The startup provides a solution for women's health by developing a targeted antimicrobial treatment that effectively prevents and treats infections. This technology aims to enhance women's quality of life by reducing the incidence of recurrent infections.
Funding
$4.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTIs) affect millions of women, significantly impacting their quality of life. Current treatments often provide only temporary relief, leading to frequent doctor visits and emotional strain for both patients and healthcare providers. Existing solutions, such as antibiotics, supplements, and creams, can be ineffective or have undesirable side effects.
Solution
Watershed Medical offers a long-term solution for women suffering from rUTIs through a novel bladder drug delivery platform. Their approach involves a comfortable, floating device that is placed in the bladder via a quick, 5-minute procedure and delivers medication over 30 days before being naturally eliminated. This innovative delivery method aims to reduce the recurrence of UTIs and improve the overall well-being of patients by providing a more effective and convenient treatment option compared to existing methods. The company's patented technology is designed to be easily adaptable for various markets and diseases beyond rUTIs.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes women suffering from recurrent UTIs and the healthcare providers who treat them, specifically those seeking a more effective and long-term solution.
Features
- Novel bladder drug delivery platform for long-term treatment of rUTIs
- Device lasts for 30+ days, providing sustained medication release
- Comfortable, floating design for patient comfort
- Simple 5-minute placement procedure
- Naturally eliminated after the treatment period
- Patented and defensible technology