How can 'dumb' prescription pills be transformed into clever communicators? Proteus (News - Alert) Biomedical Inc. has an innovative approach: they've developed an ingestible microchip that can be embedded into medications for only a few cents per pill. When activated by stomach fluids, the sensor chips send signals to a personal wireless monitor worn in an adhesive patch like a Band-Aid. The monitor can then send the data, along with other physiological information, to a smart phone or other computerized device. The system hasn't hit the market yet, but Proteus recently announced FDA 510(k) clearance of the adhesive monitor. The ingestible sensors are currently in clinical trials. Proteus has dubbed the system the 'Raisin,' following in the footsteps of other fruit-themed technology pioneers (think Apple (News - Alert) and Blackberry).
Proteus Aims to Boost IQ of Prescription Drugs
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