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System and apparatus for the dispensing of drugs

US7630789B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateOct 11, 2005
Grant dateDec 8, 2009
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61J2205/30
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and apparatus are described in which modular receptacles are filled and transported to automated dispensing machines for later retrieval and distribution. A system of the present invention includes the loading, refilling, and replacement of the modular receptacles at various stages in the process of the invention. The present invention results in a more efficient and easier to manage system for distribution of such items as medical supplies and drugs.

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