Ultrasound enhancement of percutaneous drug absorption
US6398753B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 9, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 9, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2037/0007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for enhancing and improving the transcutaneous or transdermal delivery of topical chemicals or drugs. A disposable container contains a substantially sterile unit dose of an active agent adapted for a single use in a medical treatment. The unit dose is formulated to enhance transport of the active agent through mammalian skin when the active agent is applied to the skin and the skin is exposed to light and/or ultrasound defined by at least one specific parameter.
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