Consumer health products refer to a wide range of products that are designed to support and enhance an individual’s health and well-being. These products are typically available for purchase by consumers without a prescription and are intended for self-care and self-medication purposes. They are commonly used for managing minor ailments, maintaining overall health, and promoting wellness.
Consumer health products encompass various categories, including:
Medical devices: Consumer health products also encompass a range of medical devices that are designed for home use, such as blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, thermometers, and wearable fitness trackers. These devices enable individuals to monitor their health parameters and track their progress in managing specific conditions.
Health and wellness products: This category includes products that promote general well-being and support a healthy lifestyle. It may include items like vitamins and supplements targeting specific health goals, fitness equipment, sports nutrition products, stress management tools, and alternative or complementary therapies.
Consumer health products play a significant role in empowering individuals to take control of their health and manage minor health issues independently. However, it’s important to note that while these products can be effective and beneficial, it’s always advisable to consult healthcare professionals for serious or chronic health conditions, medication interactions, or if there are any concerns or uncertainties about their use.
At Eclipse we have helped our clients bridge the gap with product solutions for the home use consumer environment. Our approach begins with immersing ourselves in the consumer environment and user experience to provide insight for meaningful problem solving. We develop things that are safe, intuitive, pleasing to experience, and easy to make, and verify them with summative usability studies suitable for 501(k) premarket submissions.
