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Tubular dry powder drug containment systems, associated inhalers and methods

US8210171B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 12, 2005
Grant dateJul 3, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 10, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49826
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Pharmaceutical dry powder containers adapted for use in an inhaler and associated inhalers and kits thereof include at least a pair of cooperating generally tubular members, including an inner member and a generally tubular outer member sized and configured to slidably receive the inner member. In operation, at least one of the inner or outer members slide relative to the other to release a pharmaceutical dry powder.

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