FDA clears first OTC fingertip pulse oximeter, MightySat Medical, for consumer purchase without prescription.

Masimo Corp. has received FDA clearance for its MightySat Medical, the first FDA-cleared medical fingertip pulse oximeter available over-the-counter (OTC) directly to consumers without a prescription. The device utilizes Masimo SET® pulse oximetry technology, the same used in hospitals and clinics worldwide, and is now available for purchase at masimo.com. The FDA-cleared MightySat Medical is designed to accurately measure oxygen saturation and pulse rate for individuals aged 18 and older, under no motion conditions, and is not intended for the diagnosis or screening of lung diseases.

February 13, 2024
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