Experts agree that Phillips defibrillators help save the lives of individuals having a cardiac arrest. For over a century, Phillips has been providing manual and automatic defibrillators to hospitals, medical centers, schools, businesses, and homes. You're sure to find a Phillips defibrillator that meets your needs.

If you are looking for a defibrillator, you need to take into consideration where the defibrillator will be used and who it will likely be used on. For children under eight, you'll need special pads on hand in case of emergency. The pads reduce the amount of energy that passes from the defibrillator into the patient's chest.

Here are a few of Phillips defibrillators that are available to help you make your choice:

• HeartStart OnSite: designed for use by individuals with little or no training, the OnSite defibrillator is available without a prescription and is the easiest defibrillator to use. At just over three pounds, the defibrillator can be stored or carried just about anywhere. The unit features audio instructions that will guide you through CPR and defibrillation. It can be used on adults and children.

• HeartStart Home: most cardiac arrests happen at home, but with the HeartStart Home you'll be prepared and have a better chance of saving your loved ones. This unit is available without a prescription and an audio voice issues instructions.

• HeartStart FRx: rugged and reliable, this defibrillator is a great choice for first responders, businesses, and schools. Designed to work in tough conditions, the defibrillator sends a biphasic waveform to help normalize heart rates during cardiac arrest. Although the unit is small and lightweight, it guides users through defibrillation process even when audio instruction is challenging to hear.

• HeartStart FR2+: used by professional responders and response teams, this unit works reliably in public places and other difficult situations. This unit is ideal for responders who have training in life saving skills and who want a quick acting defibrillator.

• HeartStart MRx: designed for hospitals and EMS use, this manual defibrillator has the longest battery operation and the fastest shock time.

• HeartStart XL: at less than fifteen pounds, this unit can be transported around hospitals to where it is needed. The unit has both AED and manual operation and can be easily switched between them.

Whatever type of defibrillator you are looking for, Phillips defibrillators will meet your needs. You may be seeking a unit for your home or school, which means that you should look at a unit that requires little training and is lightweight. You'll find that there's a Phillips defibrillator that'll be perfect for you.