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Cartridges, devices and methods for dispensing liquids

US5411175A · kind A · utility

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15Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 8, 1993
Grant dateMay 2, 1995
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2210/0618
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A cartridge for providing a liquid to be dispensed and devices for and methods of dispensing a liquid from such cartridges are disclosed. Such cartridges include a container having the liquid to be dispensed disposed therein, the container including a pierceable section and a piercer capable of piercing the pierceable section. The piercer is internal to the container for the liquid thereby making it possible to maintain the sterility of the liquid until the moment of use.

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