18 Medication Innovations
From Reminder Wristwatches to Antibiotics from Excrement:
Meghan Young — Nov 24, 2009 — Lifestyle
The cold and flu season is upon us (bah humbug!) and although we may be taking each and every germ-fighting precaution available, sometimes your body simply lets you down and before you know it, you’re sick. I’m not the type to advocate medicine, but considering how much better it makes you feel, who am I to judge? Here are some medication innovations to consider the next time you're fighting a nasty bug.
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Wooden Toothbrush Alternatives
Dentistry Returns to its Naturalistic Roots in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Fresh Futuristic Fashion
Louise Goldin's Sports Medicine-Inspired Spring 2009 Collection
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Psychedelic Therapy
Retro Drugs As Modern Medicine?
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Medicine for the Earth
Earthine Pills
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Home Medicine Machines
Watinee Leewongjaroen's Memo Saves Seniors
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Interactive Medicine Ads
Glaxo's Panadol Ads Let You Solve Bad Scenarios
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Bizarre Alternative Medicine
From Mud Baths to Eating Tree Frogs
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H1N1-Thwarting Suckers
Swine Flu Prevention Lollipops Help the Medicine Go Down
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Take Your Medication Via Tooth Implant
IntelliDrug
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Over-the-Counter Pill Mug
Medicine Espresso Cups
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Selling Love Like Medicine
Bertines Packing Innovations
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Envisioning Future Medicine
Central Florida's 'Medical City' Project Planned Near Orlando
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Jewelry from Medicine
Magic Pills Earrings
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Medication Alert Watch
ePill Cadex
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Talking Pills
Novartis Places Microchips in Medication to Track Patients' Intake
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Reminder Wristwatches
E-Pill Pediatric Watch Alerts When It's Medicine Time
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Space Medicine
Kibo Japanese Experiment Module
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Antibiotics from Excrement
Muskrat Feces Contains Bacteria Killer and Insecticide
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Virus-Detecting Smartwatches
Designer Dot's VICLONE Smart Watch Detects Known Viral Infectants
Wall-Mounted Medication Dispensers
The 'Cadence' Medication Dispenser Prevents Child Access
Bacteria-Stitched Lab-Grown Shoes
Modern Synthesis Uses Plant Waste to Grow Microbial Textiles
All-Season Flip-Flops
Havaianas' Zip Top Market Flip Flops Come with an Attachment for Winter
Watch-Like Smart Phones
Fire-Boltt's WristPhone Offers Crystal-clear Calls and So Much More
Integrated Smartwatch Pillbox Concepts
The Apple Watch Pillbox is an Imagined Medical Design
Self-Cleaning Smartphone Cases
The Star Photon Innovations 'Titan' Neutralizes Bacteria
Comfortable Healthcare Worker Footwear
Clove Makes Footwear for Healthcare Professionals
Connected Medication Reminder Holders
The Conceptual Ownum Pod from the Rule Studio is Advanced
Infection-Detecting Wound Coverings
The SmartHEAL Sensor Connects Through RFID to Monitor Wounds
Tech-Powered Nasal Therapy Wearables
The Medicoco LED Nasal Therapy Device is for Rhinitis
Unimaginable Portable Washers
WASHWOW Disinfects Clothes, Fruits, Vegetables, and Much More
Toothpaste-Dispensing Toothbrushes
The one&done Toothbrush by Pelin Özbalcı Has Small Tablets
Solar-Powered Water Purifiers
The Stil Water Purifier Leverages the Sun's Energy
Anti-Burnout Beer Campaigns
Heineken Canada Encourages End of 'Hustle Culture'
Personalized Vitamin Prescriptions
Personalized Vitamins are the Future of Wellness for Boomers
Hummingbird-Inspired Ear Cleaners
The 'EarBuddy' Ear Cleaning Device Has a Gentle, Reusable Design
Gut-Supporting Supplements
Pendulum's GI Repair Relieves, Regulates, and Improves Gut Health
Empathic Emporium Pop-Ups
Not on the High Street's FML Store is Full of Uplifting Curated Gifts
Excuse-Providing Mock Cans
Like a Magic 8 Ball, Samuel Adams' 'I CAN't' Can is Ready to Shake
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Pocket-Sized Nasal Inhalers
Snufff's Portable Design Supports Health and Well-Being on Demand
At-Home Screening Kits
Checkable Health's Convenient Kits Make Wellness More Accessible
Food-as-Medicine Programs
The Good Food Prescription Program is Delivered by Instacart
Anti-Distraction Communication Devices
The 'Beepberry' Only Works with the Beeper App
Heartburn Tracker Apps
The Wonderbelly App Tracks Acid Reflux to Support Better Digestive Health
Contactless Medication Delivery Drones
The Medicine Delivery Drone by Afu Flies in Medication
Medication-Holding Bedside Clocks
The '+CLOCK' Automatic Pill Organizer and Dispenser is Intuitive
Timeless Sports Drinks
Ancient Drinks Offers Time-Honored Recipes for Enhanced Energy
Refillable Prescription Services
Cabinet Rx Replaces Single-Use Bottles with a Refillable System
Discomfort-Addressing Travel-Friendly Products
Travel-eeze Addresses Constipation During Travel
Copper-Made Antimicrobial Tools
These StayWell Copper Accessories Kill 99.9% of Germs
Connected Monitoring Bandages
This Smart Wound Bandage Prototype Monitors for Infection
Custom Oral Health Devices
Proclaim Boasts a Custom-Fit Mouthpiece and Powerful Jets
Holistic AI Health Apps
Medikarma Uses Algorithms to Provide Personalized Health Assessments
Drinking Water-Generating Jackets
Pavel Hedström Designs the New Fog X Jacket that Collects Fog
OTC Digital ADHD Treatments
Akili Introduces OTC Digital ADHD Treatment for Android Users
Digital Gut Health Apps
Kenvue Launches the New Gut2Know App for Gut Health Management
AI-Powered Gut Health Apps
The Ayble App Helps People Recognize Their Trigger Foods
AI-Powered Disinfectant Devices
UVCeed Shared a Solution for the "Tripledemic" at CES 2023
Reusable Household Disinfectants
Clorox Introduces the Reusable and Refillable 'Disinfecting Mist'
Nutrient-Infused Skin Patches
The Good Patch's 'Rescue' Patches Give You a Boost After a Night Out
Metaverse Mouthwash Games
In Listerine's Breathcalypse, Bad Breath is the Enemy
Immunity Liquid Beverage Enhancers
Veteran-Owned Protekt Launched a new Product
Thought-Provoking Interactive Installations
Daniel Iregui Presents the Antibodies Installation
Accessible Pill Dispenser Bottles
The 'SoloPill' Medication Dispenser Expedites Pill Dosing
Tech-Forward Innovative Recovery Boots
The Foot Defender Promotes Faster Wound Healing
Sickness-Fighting AI Games
Mucinex's Mucus Masher Lets Players Punish Mr. Mucus with AI
Holiday-Scented Cleaning Products
Grove Co. Launched a Festive Collection of Cleaning Products
Antibiotic Prescription Tools
epocrates' Bugs + Drugs Tool Aims to Optimize Antibiotic Prescribing
Wearable Robotic Medical Technology
Researchers Built a Technology That Helps People with ALS
Anti-Smartphone Bedside Alarm Clocks
These New Mudita Clocks Have a Minimalist, Tranquil Design
Kid-Friendly Pain Relief Gummies
DrKids Created an Acetaminophen Gummy Bite for Children
Drug-Free Vibrating Pills
Vibrant Contains a Microchip That Stimulates the Large Intestine
Festive Skincare Stocking Stuffers
Burt's Bees Modest but Well-Designed Holiday Line Just Dropped
Hospital-Housed AI Chatbots
Massachusetts General Hospital is Experimenting with an AI Chatbot
Stroke Recovery Wearable Systems
This System Uses a Earpiece & Watch to Help Prompt Mobility
Travel-Friendly Oral Care Kits
RiseWell's Travel Size Bundle is a Four-Piece Oral Care Set
Hangover-Fixing Pop-Ups
The Pho-Fix Shares Free Bowls of Pho and IV Drips
Dosage-Managing Medicine Boxes
Tarun Pahadiya's MedEasy Box Project is Designed for the Elderly
Multifunctional Sleek Pill Dispenser
Chanho Ju Designs the Clock Pill Dispenser Concept
Next-Gen Contraception Campaigns
Julie Challenges Contraceptive Use Stigma
Targeted Health Elixirs
Bewell Shots Support Hydration, Energy and Mood Management
Health-Boosting Gaming Campaigns
Actimel's The Immunity Station Gives Players a Boost in Fortnite
Immune Support Oral Sprays
TheraBreath's Immunity Support Oral Spray is Packed with Antioxidants
Health-Focused Herbal Tonics
The herbal revolution’s full tonic set contains five recipes
Antibacterial Protection Toothpastes
Colgate Total Plaque Pro-Release Reduces Harmful Bacteria
Medication Management Apps
GoodRx Medicine Cabinet Keeps Track of Patient Medications
Revolutionary Insulin Capsules
This Capsule is Designed to Allow For Oral Insulin Delivery
Probiotic Body Sprays
La Maison's London Fog Spray is Fit for Room and Body Use
Thermoregulating Robotic Beehives
This Gadget Helps Keep Honeybee Colonies Warm During Cold Snaps
Ready-to-Mix Liquid Supplements
Protekt IMMUNITY Liquid Supplement Beverage Enhancer is Functional
Respiratory Relief Patches
Ross J Barr's Breathe Patches Open the Airways with Oils and Herbs
Portable Blood Pressure Monitors
Homedics' Premium Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Prioritizes Health
Winter-Focused Skincare Product Lines
Gold Bond Builds Powerful Winter Skincare Formulas
Holistic Anti-Congestion Products
Lotus Aroma’s Eucalyptus Globulus Range Boasts Seasonal Remedies
Multipurpose Germ-Killing Cleaners
S.C. Johnson FamilyGuard Disinfectants Come in Two Formulas
Preventative Household Cleaners
Zep Plus' Advanced Tech Extend Time Between Cleanings
Clot-Inducing Synthetic Injectables
These Injectables Could Save Lives By Triggering Blood Clots
Food-Safe Sanitizer Sprays
This Bacteriophage Microgel Bead Spray Kills Bacteria on Food
Sustainable Medication Expansions
Cabinet Health is Launching 14 Products at Target
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
Flu-Fighting Health Supplements
Doctor's Best Releases Two New Supplements Ahead of Flu Season
Chewable OTC Medications
Sirio Releases a Chewable Medicine for Various Medicinal Applications
Elevated Maternity Collections
Pharmedoc is Elevating Maternity Comfort with Innovative Products.
Biodegradable Single-Use Soap
Researchers at the Imperial College London Develop the Tab Soap
Romantic Allergy Medication Campaigns
This Astepro Allergy Campaign Stars Meghann Fahy
Comedic Gut Health Campaigns
The Gut Gap by MiraLAX Brings Awareness to Millennial Women's Health
3D Medicine Printers
DoseRx1 is a CES 2024 Innovation Awards Honoree
Web-Based Telehealth Prescriptions
Eli Lilly Launches a Telehealth Platform for Weight Loss Drugs
Functional Ginger Beverages
GNGR Labs' Canned Drinks Bolster Immunity & Digestion
Seasonal Complete Cleanses
Prominent Wellness Brand Reinvents Seasonal Cleanse with Superfoods
Self Care Eye Pillows
Warm Buddy Offers Aromatherapy Eye Pillows to Treat Various Conditions
Oil Pulling Mouthwashes
Georganics' Groundbreaking Oral Care Product Takes Cues from Ayurveda
Aromatic Breathwork Devices
The Beem Helps to Balance Moods with Acupressure & Aromachology
Cancer-Combatting Engineered Bacteria
Researchers at Standford Develops Staphylococcus Epidermidis
Digital Medication Management Features
Samsung Health Medications Tracking Offers Detailed Info
Cold Plunge Tracker Apps
The Brisk App Helps Users make the Most of Their Cold Plunge Sessions
Medicine-Inspired Artful Shows
Beverly Fishman Presents the Something for the Pain Exhibition
Chronic Psychosis-Aiding Apps
The SloMo App is Designed to Help Patients Slow Down Thoughts
All-Natural Flu Care
Biovanta and LevelUp MD Join Forces for One-Stop Cold and Flu Care
Coupon-Friendly Digital Pharmacies
Amazon Pharmacy Now Automatically Applies Coupons for Savings
Portable Painkilling Drug Trackers
This Gadget Tracks Acetaminophen Levels to Help Avert Overdose
OTC Medical Marijuana
Over-The-Counter Medical Marijuana Launches In Georgia Pharmacies
Male Hormone Deficiencies Clinics
Mike Tyson is a New Ambassador for Virtual Clinic Iron Remedy
Convenient remote healthcare
DrOnCall Offers Quality, Remote Patient Experiences
Sprayable Air Sanitizers
Lysol Debuts An Air Sanitizer to Protect Consumers from Airborne Bacteria
Student-Focused Hand Washing Ads
SC Johnson Professional Launches 'Happy Hands Contest'
Clean Ingredient Cold Medications
Genexa Cough & Chest Congestion is Extra-Strength
Handheld Sinus Relief Humidifiers
Vick's VapoPads Sinus Soothes Airways During Colds and More
Non-Invasive Incontinence Wearables
ELITONE URGE is a CES 2024 Innovation Awards Honoree
Botanical Pain Relief Creams
Proflexa Helps Active Millennials Manage Pain with Chinese Herbs
Paxlovid Delivery Programs
Uber and Doordash Will Deliver Free Paxlovid to Vulnerable Areas
Cranberry-Infused UTI Supplements
Nature's Sunshine Cranberry & Buchu Concentrate Prevents UTIs
Wellness Juice Shots
Vitaminis Conveniently Support Gut Health & the Immune System
Anti-Hangover Drinks
Morning Fresh Reenergizes the Body with Vitamins, Proteins & Electrolytes
Nicotine Replacement Therapy Products
Blip's New Products Come in Gum and Mini Lozenges
Triple-Action Cold Medications
Haleon Cold and Flu Nurse Capsules Come in 16 Capsule Packs
Shopping Cart Disinfecting Devices
The Sliball Device is Made to Disinfect Shopping Cart Handles
Single-Serve Cranberry Powders
These Cranberry Sticks Flush Out and Prevent UTI-Causing Bacteria
Hand Hygiene Awareness Ads
Qatar's Ministry of Public Health Champions Hand Hygiene Awareness
Immunity Support Wellness Shots
The New Remedy Organics Wellness Shots Come in Four Varieties
Medication Delivery Partnership Campaigns
Mucinex and DoorDash Partnered on a New Campaign
Easy-to-Dose Kids Medicines
FeverAll Children’s Liquid Oral Acetaminophen Comes in Two Flavors
Gut Health Strengthening Supplements
Smart Solutions' GUTSMART Empowers the Body's Immune System
Extra-Strength OTC Flu Remedies
Theraflu Flu Relief Max Strength is Launching Ahead of Flu Season
Gut-Supporting Probiotic Supplements
Genuine Health's Advanced Gut Health Probiotic is Powerful
Agave-Based Medicines
Genexa Was Granted a Patent for Its Drinkable Agave-Based Medicines
Cold Therapy Water Systems
The SILIENT Cold Water System Has an App-Connected Design
Holistic Household Kits
Cymbiotika Home Extends Health to the Whole House
Oil-Dispensing Lubrication Packages
Fluroamics Has Announced a New Dropper Tip for Oil Dispensing
Candy-Like Vitamin C Supplements
Emergen-C Crystals Can Be Enjoyed without Water
Itch-Relieving Eye Drops
These Generic Eye Drops Curb Irritation Associated With Conjunctivitis
Free-From Kids Cold Medications
These New Genexa Cold and Flu Medicines Come in Several Options
Highly Effective Phone Cleaners
Simplehuman's Cleanstation Eliminates 99.9% of Germs in 30 Seconds
Global Handwashing Campaigns
World Health Organization Introduces the World Hand Hygiene Day 2023
Streamlined Medication Locating
Neuro Tablet for ADHD Helps Find Pharmacies That Stock One's Meds
Handwashing-Promoting Campaigns
The Karamoja Government Debuts the 'I Wash, You Wash' Campaign
Smart-Designed Handwash Dispensers
Lenovo Launch Handwash Dispenser with Smart Technology
Bug Repellent Clothing Lines
Pang Wangle Caters to the Fashion and Eco-Conscious Individual