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UrgentRx is a line of fast-acting, [[Over-the-counter_drug|OTC]] medications that come in a flavored powder format. The flavored powders can be taken without water, providing immediate relief. UrgentRx comes in single-dose, credit-card sized packets for easier portability and accessibility. UrgentRx was initially developed for [[heart attack]] victims and now produces medications for everyday ailments such as [[headaches]], [[aches and pains]], [[allergies]], [[heartburn]], and [[upset stomach]]. |
UrgentRx is a line of fast-acting, [[Over-the-counter_drug|OTC]] medications that come in a flavored powder format. The flavored powders can be taken without water, providing immediate relief. UrgentRx comes in single-dose, credit-card sized packets for easier portability and accessibility. UrgentRx was initially developed for [[heart attack]] victims and now produces medications for everyday ailments such as [[headaches]], [[aches and pains]], [[allergies]], [[heartburn]], and [[upset stomach]]. |
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UrgentRx’s flagship product, Critical Care [[Aspirin]] to Go, was conceived for [[heart attack]] victims who are 23% more likely to survive by taking [[aspirin]] at the first signs of a [[heart attack]]. Within days of being on the market, the product was recognized for saving the life of a [[heart attack]] victim on the slopes at [http://www.vaildaily.com/article/20110310/NEWS/110319980/1078&ParentProfile=1062 [[Vail Ski Resort<nowiki |
UrgentRx’s flagship product, Critical Care [[Aspirin]] to Go, was conceived for [[heart attack]] victims who are 23% more likely to survive by taking [[aspirin]] at the first signs of a [[heart attack]]. Within days of being on the market, the product was recognized for saving the life of a [[heart attack]] victim on the slopes at [http://www.vaildaily.com/article/20110310/NEWS/110319980/1078&ParentProfile=1062 [[Vail Ski Resort<nowiki]]</nowiki>.] |
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Based in [[Denver, Colorado]], UrgentRx was founded by [[entrepreneur]] Jordan Eisenberg and is backed by JUMP Investors and Boulevard Capital Management. |
Based in [[Denver, Colorado]], UrgentRx was founded by [[entrepreneur]] Jordan Eisenberg and is backed by JUMP Investors and Boulevard Capital Management. |
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| Industry | Consumer Packaged Goods |
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| Founded | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Denver, Colorado |
Key people | Jordan Eisenberg President and Founder |
| Website | UrgentRx.com |
UrgentRx is a line of fast-acting, OTC medications that come in a flavored powder format. The flavored powders can be taken without water, providing immediate relief. UrgentRx comes in single-dose, credit-card sized packets for easier portability and accessibility. UrgentRx was initially developed for heart attack victims and now produces medications for everyday ailments such as headaches, aches and pains, allergies, heartburn, and upset stomach.
UrgentRx’s flagship product, Critical Care Aspirin to Go, was conceived for heart attack victims who are 23% more likely to survive by taking aspirin at the first signs of a heart attack. Within days of being on the market, the product was recognized for saving the life of a heart attack victim on the slopes at [[Vail Ski Resort<nowiki]</nowiki>.]
Based in Denver, Colorado, UrgentRx was founded by entrepreneur Jordan Eisenberg and is backed by JUMP Investors and Boulevard Capital Management.
In the media
Drug Store News Reported in February 2013 that UrgentRx announced expansion of its line of fast-acting over-the-counter flavored powder medications into Duane Reade and Walmart. [1]
The Denver Post reported in in September 2012 that UrgentRx, a Denver-based developer of fast-acting over-the-counter flavored powder medications, was named "best new product" by attendees at the ECRM Health Care show held recently in Orlando, Fla. [2]
Drug Store News Reported in September 2012 that UrgentRx, developer of fast-acting over-the-counter flavored powder medications, has established a partnership with the Denver Broncos to raise awareness and educate fans about the company’s convenient, single-dose fast powders.[1]
Drug Store News Reported in August 2012 that UrgentRx will be adding an allergy relief product to its portfolio of on-the-go OTC solutions in October, the company recently announced.[1]
9News (KUSA (TV)) reported in March 2011 that UrgentRx Aspirin to Go was used by the Vail ski patrol on heart attack victim Dave Bentley, playing a role in saving his life.[3] The Vail Daily also reported on the Dave Bentley heart attack story in March 2011.[4]
The Denver Post reported in April 2011 that American Airlines will now carry UrgentRx on all of their airplanes as a heart attack first aid.[5]
Awards and recognition
UrgentRx named 'Best New Product' at latest ECRM health event[1]
UrgentRx picked as top product at NACDS. [1]
UrgentRx named #2 on RX Insider Top 20. [6]
UrgentRx Founder named Top Entrepreneur by 5280 Magazine. [7]
UrgentRx was the 2010 recipient of the University of Colorado Denver Rutt Bridges Venture Capital Fund investment.[8]
References
- ^ a b c d e "UrgentRx expands distribution into Duane Reade, Walmart". MICHAEL JOHNSEN. February 2013. Cite error: The named reference "Drug Store News" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ "Colorado business briefs, 9/24". Denver Post. September 2012.
- ^ "A Different Kind of Powder Hits Vail". KUSA 9News. March 2011.
- ^ "Quick Action in Vail Aids Heart Attack Sufferer". Vail Daily. March 2011.
- ^ "American Airlines on Board with Denver Entrepreneur's Powdered Aspirin". The Denver Post. April 2011.
- ^ "RX Insider Top 20 Ways".
- ^ "Top of the Town 2011 Entrepreneur".
- ^ "University of Colorado Denver Rutt Bridges Venture Capital Fund".