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Method and device for administering analgesics

US6214370A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 9, 1999
Grant dateApr 10, 2001
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/0085
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A device and method is disclosed for continuously administering an analgesic to the neuraxis of an organism. The device comprises a polymeric matrix body loaded with the analgesic. The body is implanted in the neuraxis where the analgesic diffuses into the neuraxis.

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