Filipino families now have access to a device that makes it easier to check and monitor hypertension and signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) from the comfort of home.
OMRON Healthcare Philippines, the country’s leading provider of health monitoring and management solutions, has launched the OMRON Complete hypertension and heart monitoring device in Mercury Drug stores nationwide, bringing advanced heart-health monitoring technology closer to Filipino households.
The latest innovation combines blood pressure monitoring with electrocardiogram (ECG) capability, allowing users to check for both hypertension and signs of atrial fibrillation using a single device.
Often described as the “silent twin killers,” hypertension and atrial fibrillation can remain undetected until they contribute to serious health emergencies. With OMRON Complete, high-risk groups—including older adults, people with diabetes, and those affected by obesity—can take a more proactive approach to monitoring their heart health at home.
The launch was made possible through a partnership among OMRON Healthcare, Mercury Drug, and Medical Center Trading Corporation (MCTC), highlighting the importance of bringing together trusted technology, accessible pharmacy networks, and medical expertise to advance heart-health awareness and prevention in the Philippines.
According to Jaime Espiritu, Mercury Drug Vice President for Operations, having the right monitoring tools at home can make an important difference in detecting potential health concerns early.
“Many of us don’t realize how much can be caught early with the right tools—a home blood pressure monitor that can also detect signs of atrial fibrillation, for instance, can be the difference between early intervention and a preventable emergency. That is exactly why today’s discussion matters so much.”
Jim Martin Ancla, Sales Manager at OMRON Healthcare, likewise emphasized the importance of making reliable heart-health solutions accessible to Filipino families.
“Heart health isn’t something we should leave to chance, and it isn’t something any of us has to manage alone. Today, three organizations work together toward one shared mission: to make sure that reliable heart health solutions are within reach of every Filipino family, whether that’s through the technology we build, the pharmacies you trust, or the medical expertise that guides you along the way.”
Empowering Pharmacists in Early Detection
During the launch at the Mercury Drug Shangri-La Plaza branch, Dr. Marlon T. Co, cardiologist and treasurer of the Philippine Society of Hypertension, delivered a short lecture to Mercury Drug pharmacists on the importance of early detection of hypertension and AFib.
He highlighted the critical role pharmacists play in bridging the gap between patients and appropriate care—from helping ensure patients receive the right medications for their specific conditions to guiding them on proper medication use and reliable monitoring tools such as OMRON Complete.
“Hypertension is the number one modifiable risk factor for atrial fibrillation, and it affects about 70% of AF patients. That’s why early blood pressure control matters—it reduces atrial changes that lead to complications. If we screen hypertensive, high-risk patients with ECG, we can catch subclinical AF before a stroke happens,” emphasized Dr. Co during his lecture.
“Devices like OMRON Complete, which combine BP and single-lead ECG, make this practical. You don’t have to wait for hospital tests; you can do it at home. And because it’s validated against 12-lead ECG studies, with sensitivity and specificity consistently above 85 to 99%, you can trust the results.”
Alongside OMRON Complete, OMRON also showcased the HEM-7383T1, another advanced monitor designed to detect irregular heart rhythms while providing accurate blood pressure readings.
Both devices work seamlessly with the OMRON Connect app, giving users a convenient way to track their health data and share it with their doctors or caregivers.
Free OMRON Complete Trials at Select Mercury Drug Branches
To bring trusted heart-health monitoring devices even closer to Filipino families, OMRON is offering a FREE trial of OMRON Complete at select Mercury Drug branches, including:
- Shangri-La Plaza
- Trinoma Mall
- Manila Ermita Taft Apacible
- Rockwell Center, Makati
- The Link
- E. Rodriguez Sr. Broadway
- Quezon Avenue
- Scout Borromeo
- Q-Plaza Cainta
- Pasig Meralco Commercial Strip
- Bonifacio Global City Market Market
- Taguig Bonifacio Global City
- San Juan Greenhills
- Ortigas Avenue
- Lag Southwoods Eco Centrum
- Paseo de Sta. Rosa
More branches nationwide are expected to follow soon.
The initiative reflects OMRON’s commitment to making preventive care more accessible, reliable, and integrated into everyday life, giving more Filipinos the opportunity to become proactive about their heart health.
With trusted technology now available through the country’s trusted pharmacy network, and pharmacists equipped with knowledge to help guide patients, OMRON, Mercury Drug, MCTC, and Collins are working together to make preventive heart care part of everyday life.
Together, they are helping Filipino families take greater control of their heart health—before emergencies happen.
For more information, visit OMRON Healthcare.
