Elma-based First Wave Products Group LLC makes the First Crush automated pill crusher, a healthcare device that crushes medication into fine powder and lets caregivers mix and serve it in the same cup. Designed for hospitals, nursing homes, home caregivers and tube-fed patients, the system uses a one-button crush cycle and FDA-cleared MED-SHIELD anti-static treatment to help reduce transfer and cross-contamination. Its Gen2 system is supported by purpose-built CompleteRx cups and replacement components.
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PharmAdva, LLCPharmAdva, LLC makes the MedaCube, an automated pill dispenser designed to help people take complex medication schedules correctly while keeping caregivers informed. Co-founder and neurologist Dr. Michel J. Berg invented the device for his mother, and the company’s technology grew from four University of Rochester Medical Center patents. Based in Rochester, the company says MedaCube has helped thousands of people remain independent at home and has dispensed more than 100 million pills.ROCHESTER, NY
Maxpert Medical, LLCMaxpert Medical is a Galloway, Ohio company that began by solving practical pill-crushing problems for healthcare professionals. Today it develops medication-management products for pharmacists, nurses, caregivers, and patients, drawing on more than 75 years of combined team experience in specialty pharmacy and hospital care.GALLOWAY, OH
EQUASHIELDWith more than 15 years of experience, EQUASHIELD develops closed-system transfer devices and automated compounding technology that protect healthcare workers from hazardous drug exposure. The company’s portfolio includes its distinctive closed-back syringe unit and the Mundus HD automation platform, serving more than 3,000 clients across over 25 countries. EQUASHIELD also supports implementation through a clinical team of certified pharmacy technicians and registered nurses, with training and ongoing clinical assistance.PORT WASHINGTON, NY
Fillmaster Systems, LLCFillmaster Systems makes pharmaceutical water-purification and dispensing systems that help pharmacies reconstitute liquid medicines quickly and accurately. Its Fillmaster 4000 automates water dispensing, while the FLAVORx Auto combines reconstitution with medication flavoring in about 15 seconds. The company says its dispensers have reconstituted more than 1 billion medications and pairs them with the FillPure purification system.COLUMBIA, MD