Microprojection array having a beneficial agent containing coating
US7963935B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 20, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2037/0046
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The device including a plurality of stratum corneum-piercing microprojections, and a solid coating disposed upon the microprojections, wherein the solid coating includes at least one beneficial agent and a biocompatible carrier is provided. The device is applied to the skin of a living animal (e.g., a human), causing the microprojections to pierce the stratum corneum and deliver an effective dose of the agent to the animal.
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