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FDA issues final rule for over-the-counter hearing aids

Because OTC hearing aids are more affordable than prescription hearing aids, they are favored by the hearing-impaired. Recently, the FDA finally issued regulations for hearing aids known as "over-the-counter" or "OTC." It means that OTC hearing aids will be sold in online stores, pharmacies, and various retail stores, which is very convenient for people with mild to moderate hearing impairment to buy hearing aids.

Who are OTC hearing aids suitable for?

Generally, OTC hearing aids are an option for anyone over the age of 18 with mild to moderate hearing loss.

What are the advantages of OTC hearing aids?

In contrast to prescription hearing aids, OTC hearing aids require no hearing assessment and can be worn after purchase.

What are the types of OTC hearing aids?

OTC hearing aid types are available in two general-purpose hearing aid types, behind-the-ear and in-ear, but there are no in-ear customized styles. Basically, it can meet the needs of hearing-impaired people.

Are OTC hearing aids calibrated for hearing loss?

Cadenza W3 is a OTC rechargeable Bluetooth hearing aid that can be "self-fit" which means that the companion app will measure responses based on the hearing level of the hearing-impaired person, and then program them into the hearing aid during setup for a simple operation.

OTC hearing aid cost

Usually OTC hearing aids will cost significantly less than prescription hearing aids. Please contact us if you are interested.

Does Cadenza have prescription programmable hearing aids?

Cadenza is the best over-the-counter hearing aid brand in China, all products are OTC type. The AUSTAR hearing aid brand provides high quality and affordable programmable hearing aids, you can contact us if you need it.