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System and method for authenticating tablets

US8420400B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 11, 2007
Grant dateApr 16, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 23, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/2508
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for authenticating and verifying a pharmaceutical item to be genuine is described. The method for authenticating a tablet comprises applying a particular nucleic acid material associated with a particular sequence of nucleic acid bases to a tablet or capsule. The method also comprises collecting a sample of the tablet and verifying the tablet is genuine by detecting the particular nucleic acid material.

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