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Ventilated device for delivery of agents to and through the human scalp

US8146607B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Inventors

Michael I. Rabin · Gates Mills, US
David A. Smith · Malvern, GB

Key dates

Filing date	Jul 30, 2008
Grant date	Apr 3, 2012
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Oct 27, 2029

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61P17/14
WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and device for administering minoxidil and other topical solutions to the scalp. The method entails administering a minoxidil preparation through a manifold that fits over the scalp of a patient, and placing a moisture barrier over the scalp for a period of time effective to enhance absorption of the minoxidil preparation by the scalp.

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