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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The 'Almo' Concept Design Works for Smart Reminders and More
Natural Sinus Relief Formulas
The St Francis Herb Farm Sinafect® Remedy Delivers Natural Relief
Survival Pocket Timepieces
The Flint Tactical Outdoor Pocket Watch Integrates Fire-Starting Tools
Debunking Skincare Campaigns
The Periodic Fable by The Ordinary Exposes Beauty Industry Buzzwords
Daily Longevity Prescriptions
The Age Well Pill by Musely Helps People Age Better
Probiotic Breath Sprays
Ceelike's Mouth-Freshening Mists are Packaged Like Perfume
Reformulated Wellness Shots
GoodBelly Launches its New Wellness Shots at Whole Foods
Skincare-Forward Hand Sanitizers
The Cloud 999 Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Elevates Everyday Hygiene
Immersive Restroom Experiences
The Refresh Room Reimagines the Female Festival Bathroom Experience
Probiotic Cleaning Sprays
Cif Infinite Clean Keeps Surfaces Tidy with Microbiome Technology
Home Healthcare-Ready Televisions
WebMD TV is a Smart Health Support Application for TVs
Playful Medical Designs
The ZooBree Nebulizer Reshapes Treatment by Making It Feel Like Play
Nutrient-Infused Ice Cubes
Roxii Supercube Shares Functional Ingredients in a Chilled Format
Grab-and-Go Protective Skincare
Giving's Skincare Set for Kids Keeps Comforting Products on Hand
Design-Led Pill Organizers
Lucia Gray's The Stylish Pill Box Holds an Apple AirTag or MiLi LiTag
Microbiome-Centred Intimate Wellness Lines
Lactomedi Continues to Expand in the US Market
Silent Wake-Up Wristbands
Homedics' WakeBand is a Solution for Early Risers, New Parents & More
Vitamin-Infused Oral Wellness Systems
DAYLY Makes Toothpaste Formulas for the Circadian Rhythm
Grandmotherly Lozenges
Halls Grandma's Purse Tastes Like "Lavender and Lint"
Elder Care Wearables
Carely Offers Screenless, Low-Tech Health Signal Tracking
On-The-Go Probiotic Capsules
Bio-K+'s Supplement is Shelf-Stable and Wellness-Focused
Heavily Fragranced Hand Creams
BORNTOSTANDOUT's Hand Care is Secretly as "Perfume in Disguise"
Chewable Flu Medications
Mucinex Children Debuts the Mighty Chews Cold & Flu Line
Next-Gen Pill Cases
The Daily 365 Weekly Pill Organizer Makes a Lifestyle Statement
AI Family Care Apps
Luffu Centralizes Health Data, Tracks Missed Medications and More
Natural Immune Support Remedies
St. Francis Herb Farm's Deep Immune® Formula Can Be Taken Daily
Pocket-Sized Mouthwash Sachets
Swishables Provide Single-Serve, Alcohol-Free Oral Care on the Go
Activated Probiotic Powders
Flora Code's Patented Technology "Wakes Up" Bacteria in the Gut
Winter Venue Probiotic Partnerships
ZBiotics Partners with the Snow Lodge and the Après Ski Club
Personal Health-Data App Launches
Freddy Debuts Native iOS and Android Apps
Smartphone-Integrated Water Bottles
frank green’s Emotional Support Bottle Features an iPhone Air
Cold Bath Bombs
Lush's Cold Bath Bomb Supports Clearing with Peppermint & Eucalyptus Oils
Family-Friendly Immunity Supplements
Anomaly's Daily Immunity Mix Replaces Multiple Products
Trustworthy Nasal Care Products
Naväge Offers Congestion Relief During Cold and Flu Season
Immunity-Focused Gummy Supplements
Lemme Recently Debuted the Lemme Immunity Supplement
Anti-Hangover Jelly Supplements
The day-guard Pre-Alcohol Vitamin Jelly is Clinically Backed
Back-To-School Hygiene Campaigns
Lysol’s Latest Campaign is Titled 'The Story of SOMO'
Sleep Wellness Devices
The Blueair Sleep Collection Focuses Purification & Humidification on Rest
Drinking Ritual Finger Warmers
Jägermeister's FingerMittens Put an End to Lukewarm Shots
Prescription-Strength Midlife Skincare
Midi Health Custom-Created Skincare for Women's Hormones
Health-Focused Retail Campaigns
Health-E Commerce Encourages a Home Medicine Cabinet Restock
Festive Electrolyte Drink Mixes
Hot Chocolate Hydration Multiplier Supports Cold-Weather Hydration
Oral GLP-1 Commercials
The Novo Nordisk Super Bowl Ad Boosts Awareness of the Wegovy Pill
Smart-Dosing Fragrance Robots
IFF's Colibri Robot Shortens the Time from Ideation to Formulation
Barrier-Boosting Soap Ranges
Lifebuoy is Evolving from Germ Protection to Science-Led Skin Health
Oral Microbiome Lozenges
MyFitStrip's Slow-Release Lozenges Boast an Oral-Heart Formula
Medicated Cat Foods
Vikaly by Virbac Advances Therapeutic Animal Nutrition
Winter Cocktail Infusion Kits
Re:bloom Infusions Spotlights Its Best-Selling Winter Kits
Sleep Therapy Apps
SleepQ 2.0 Predicts Insomnia Episodes & Recommends Medication Timing
Canine-Focused Wintertime Wellness Campaigns
PetSmart Marks National Walk Your Dog Month
Weight Management Medication Partnerships
Novo Nordisk Partners with Telehealth Platforms
Booger-Inspired Immune Gummies
Frida's New 'Boogie Bites Candy' is Packed with Vitamin C
Urological Healthcare Technologies
UMED Tackles Urological Conditions with Its Solutions
Uplifting Wellness Pop-Ups
The giffgaff Booost Bar Helps to Lift Moods and Energy
Nutritional Interventions-Focused Studies
Mom's Meals Spotlights Food as Medicine at Scale
Aging-Focused Connected Clock Systems
Eugeria and Partners Present a Clock & Smart Pillbox System
In-Office Pharmacy Kiosks
Amazon Pharmacy Kiosks Help Patients Get Medications After Appointments
Sinus-Clearing Shower Gels
Olbas Shower Gel Complements the Brand's Existing Product Range
Aluminum Drugstore Product Packaging
This CVS Pharmacy Packaging is a First-of-its-Kind
Revolutionary Life-Saving Medication Storage
TempraMed Developed the VIVI Cap and VIVI Cap Smart
Modular Magnetic Pill Organizers
The modobloom Pill Organizer Works with Medications and More
At-Home Family Healthcare Devices
Withings Receives Approval for Its BeamO Device
Disease Detection Toilet Tablets
Urify is a Cleaning Tablet That Doubles as a Screening Device
Cold-Wash Detergents
Syensqo Develops Polymers for Short and Cold Wash Cycles
Water-Saving Bathroom Capsules
The BERGVATTNET Collection Makes Shower Water Efficiency Effortless
Toilet Tablet Health Tests
'Urify' by Yidan Xu Detects for Kidney Issues Through Urine
Cramp Care Patches
Diva's Wearable Patches Provide Heated Relief for Menstrual Discomfort
Food-as-Medicine Platform Expansions
Fresh Connect Now Offers Four Benefit Cards and an App
Private Label Medicine Debuts
Parfetts Adds a New Medicine Product to its Expanding Portfolio
Smart Pill Organizers
Centor Has Introduced a Technologically Advanced Pill Organizer
Powerful Probiotic Supplements
Nature’s Sunshine Spotlights Its Probiotic Eleven
One-Handed Baby Wipe Dispensers
The Biom One-Handed Wipe Kit Features a QuickLock Base
Low-Tech Smart Pillboxes
The Pill Guardian Supports Elderly Patients in Disconnected Regions
LED Hand Mitts
Margaret Dabbs' Hand Treatment Device Rejuvenates with Light Therapy
Moraxella Bacteria-Fighting Detergents
FiJi Debuts a New Detergent to Prevent Summer Laundry Odors
Aluminum Medicine Bottles
Cabinet Health's All Day Allergy Relief Packaging Cuts Plastic Use
Natural Cold Relief Formulas
Virafect from St. Francis Herb Farm Reduces the Longevity of Symptoms
Vitamin-Rich Probiotic Yogurts
Coconut Cult's Vitamin C Punch Flavor Gets a Boost from Cymbiotika
Hydration Booster Supplements
air up Supplements Support Vitality and Immunity
Hospitality-Focused Dispensing Options
Swisstrade Offers a Range of Bathroom Dispensers for Hotels
Anti-Odor Hygiene Wipes
The Andrex Ultimate Fresh Hygiene Wipes Have DeodEclyx Technology
Targeted Aromatherapy Shower Steamers
Formulary 55 Boasts the Wake Up and the Good Night Products
Health-Focused Food Activations
Abbott Marks Success with Its Healthy Food Rx Program
Microbiome-Balancing Toothpastes
PerioTrap Inhibits the Growth of Periodontal Pathogens
Evaporative Medical Fridges
The EVAPOT Concept is an Electricity-Free Medical Refrigerator
Medically Tailored Meal Programs
WellCare of Kentucky Expands Food is Medicine Program
Health-Focused Mobile Push Notifications
Blue Shield of California Announced a New Mobile Feature
Bio-Optimized Pain Relivers
Trelli’s Relivaid Supports the Body’s Natural Pain Response
Prescription Digital Therapeutics
Click Therapeutics Launches CT-155 With New Commercial Control
PFAS-Fighting Probiotics
Cambiotics Helps to Reduce the Body’s Toxic Load Via the Microbiome
Multi-Serve Wellness Shots
12 Shots Elderberry Reduces the Cost and Waste of Single-Serve Shots
Bug Bite Devices
The Beurer BR60 Insect Bite Healer Stops the Impulse to Itch with a Burst of Heat
Direct-To-Employer Obesity Management Medications
Waltz Health Uses Tech to Enhance Convenience
Soothing Menthol Nasal Strips
Breathe Right Menthol Scented Strips Offer Congestion Relief
HIV Treatment Research Projects
INRS Researchers Work with Plant-Based Molecules for Treatment
Giftable Hand-Shielding Lotion Kits
Gloves in a Bottle Boasts the Hand Shielding Lotion Gift Set
Antimicrobial Sink Flange Technologies
InSinkErator has Introduced LEDefense
Health Storybook Tools
Cartoon Care Turns Medical Experiences Into Comforting Hero Stories
Antimicrobial Pillow Covers
The 100% Mulberry Silk PillowWrap is Infused with Silver Nanoparticles
Anti-Inflammatory Agent Studies
Devonian Health Group Highlights Thykamine™ Drug
Proactive Healthcare Assistants
MyAlgo Makes Daily Supplementation Dynamic & Health Personalized
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Comfort-Focused Patient Warming Systems
Medline Introduces the ComfortTemp® Patient Warming System
All-Natural Gut Health Innovations
FutureCeuticals Highlights Its Organic NatureKnit®
Mailbox-Shaped Water Heaters
Warmflow Messenger Replaces Electric Blankets with Water-Circulation
Self-Sterilizing Bottle Warmers
Papablic's Portable Bottle Warmer Supports Hospital-Grade Hygiene
Urologist-Approved Daily Supplements
Good Kitty's UTI Biome Shield is Designed to Prevent UTIs
Health Tracking Apps
Outflow Diary Helps Track Fluid Intake & Discharge For Health Monitoring
Fluoride-Free Toothpaste Tablets
Mintly's Toothpaste Tablets are Eco-Friendly
Veterinary Medicine Advancements
AniBioM Debuts a New Product for Managing Intractable Pet Disease
Medication Tracker Apps
MediTime Tracks Medications With Smart Reminders And Health Logging
Lasting Freshness Toothpastes
Crest Clean Breath Neutralizes Odor-Causing Bacteria
Pharmaceutical Consumer Education Campaigns
Salix Launches the I Wish I Knew Campaign
Pharmacist-Led Travel Consultations
Giant and Martin’s Pharmacists Will Offer Pre-Travel Tips
Indulgent Antacid Tablets
Strawberry Milkshake On-The-Go Shares Tasty, Take-Anywhere Relief
Short-Haul Travel Supplements
Flykitt Domestic Targets Inflammation Triggered by Air Travel
Four-Week Dietary Supplement Systems
Good Bacteria Launches First Rotating Synbiotic
Immunity-Focused Capsule Formulations
immy Offers a Convenient Way to Support One's Health
Self-Injectable Smart Pens
Remedy Place and NADclinic Developed the At-Home NAD+ Smart Pen
Chronic Care Management
Meeval Care Helps Track Symptoms, Alerting Doctors for Early Intervention
Medication Reminder Apps
Pill Buddy Turns Medication Reminders Into A Playful Mascot Experience
Homeopathic Nighttime Teething Medicines
Boiron Camilia Bedtime Boasts Plant-Based Actives
Medication Availability Finders
Neuro Tablet Helps Users Locate ADHD Medications Quickly
Personal Health Managers
Kaam Care For Secure Medical Records, Pill Reminders, And Vitals Tracking
Weather Humor Apps
Computer Weather App Decides When Staying Indoors Feels Socially Acceptable
Medication Availability Trackers
FillFinder Helps You Locate Adderall at Pharmacies in Real Time
Charitable AIDS-Focused Medical Scrubs
HYPOTHESIS & (RED) Tackle HIV/AIDS Prevention & Treatment
Convenient Private Label Medicines
These Go Local Medicines are Only Available at Parfetts
Plant-Powered Cough Syrups
Camellia Sinensis Breathe Easy Respiratory Syrup Combats Colds and More
On-the-Go Pain Reliever Powders
Tylenol Easy Dissolve Melts Directly on the Tongue Without Water
Mint-Infused Swabs
eosera's Swabeeze Refreshes with Antimicrobial Peppermint Oil
Comprehensive At-Home Health Bundles
MOBI Notes the Efficacy of Its Smart Home Clinic
Medicine Tracking Apps
Pills.Kit Med Tracker Organizes Medicine With Smart Reminders & Shared Kits
Glow-in-the-Dark Prescription Bottles
Glowing Relief Packaging Features Photoluminescent Ink
Health Reminder Apps
Medication Timer Blends Family Medication Scheduling and Temperature Control
Wellness Tracking Apps
Cold Shower Tracks Exposure Time, Temperature, And Progress Metrics
Aluminum Pill Organizers
bovii Pill Organizer Uses Modular Aluminum Cases with Magnetic Stacking
Saline Nasal Sprays
New Clinical Research Validates Saline Sprays For Cold Relief
Countertop Pill Organizers
The M7 Pill Organizer is Designed to Remain Visible in Daily Spaces
Minimal Toilet Sprays
Capsule Repackaged Bathroom Etiquette as a Design Object