# Over-the-Counter Diabetic Pen Needles Owen Mumford UnifineOTC Pen Needles Have a Low Price Point By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-04-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owen-mumford-unifineotc References: [drugstorenews](https://drugstorenews.com/owen-mumford-debuts-unifineotc-pen-needles) & [owenmumford](https://www.owenmumford.com/)  The [Owen Mumford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-paloma-cocktail) UnifineOTC pen needles have been created by the brand as a new range of over-the-counter solutions for diabetic consumers to help them with management. The needles are intended to help pharmacies with better serving patients who are [managing their diabetes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freestyle-libre) and require a more cost-effective option when it comes to covering healthcare costs out of pocket. The needle come in two size options in 100-count and 50-count boxes to accommodate specific dispensing and budgetary requirements. Senior Director of [Pharmacy Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glp1-wellness-starter-kits) Casey Pflieger spoke on the Owen Mumford UnifineOTC pen needles saying, "As the cost of insulin has decreased, the price of the needles required to administer these medications has only risen. Ironically, some insured patients are now paying more for the needles than for the insulin itself. This simply doesn’t add up. UnifineOTC offers an affordable and accessible cash alternative for patients, while also ensuring pharmacies remain financially viable.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 38% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Affordable Healthcare Products:** There is a significant shift towards creating affordable healthcare products as consumers seek cost-effective alternatives to manage chronic conditions like diabetes. - **Direct-to-consumer Medical Supplies:** The rise of accessible over-the-counter medical supplies is transforming how patients independently manage chronic health issues without relying on prescriptions. - **Pharmacy Adaptation Strategies:** Pharmacies are innovating by incorporating low-cost over-the-counter options to retain customers and cater to budget-conscious patients. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare Retail:** The healthcare retail industry is experiencing disruptive innovation with the introduction of more affordable, consumer-directed products that meet specific health management needs. - **Medical Device Manufacturing:** Manufacturers are capitalizing on the demand for cost-effective medical devices by producing accessible and budget-friendly diabetic care products. - **Pharmaceutical Distribution:** The pharmaceutical distribution industry is seeing a transformation through the integration of direct, consumer-oriented solutions that bypass traditional insurance models. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Insulin Injection Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-insulin-pen-caps.md) - [OTC Glucose Monitoring Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexcom-1.md) - [Weight-Management Medication Distributions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weightmanagement-medication.md) - [OTC Narcan Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergent-biosolutions.md) - [Self-Injectable Smart Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nad-smart-pen.md) - [Over-the-Counter Oral Contraceptives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-oral-contraceptive.md) - [Private Label Overdose Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naloxone-hcl-nasal-spray.md) - [Portable Diabetes Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspo-smart-insulin.md) - [Medication Cost Management Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glp1-medication-costs.md)