Vial multi-access adapter
US8210166B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M39/24
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multi-access adapter operable to dispense doses of a medicament in succession from a bulk container, such as a vial. A preferred adapter may be used alone, or in combination with various discharge devices. A first preferred combination includes the adapter paired with a needle for injection of the medicament into one or more patients. A second preferred combination includes an atomizing nozzle affixed to the adapter and arranged for discharge of the medicament therethrough. Sometimes the atomizing nozzle carries a nostril guide structure that can be absorbent and may operate as a splash guard.
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