UTI prevention capsules approved in Europe

A urinary tract infection self-care product, developed by Medical Brands, has been approved for use as a registered Class IIb Medical Device in the European Union This allows people to use the product after 30 days to prevent UTIs.

Cranberry-Active™ is the only cranberry-based product in Europe that claims a medical basis for preventing UTIs. It can be used daily.

Medical Brands, which has its headquarters in Amsterdam, is searching for a company to market Cranberry-Active™ bladder capsules through Europe, the company said.