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Stoppers used in pre-filled syringes

US8740856B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 5, 2010
Grant dateJun 3, 2014
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Expiry dateOct 17, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2005/31523
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A stopper adapted for attachment with a plunger rod for use within a syringe barrel is disclosed. The stopper includes a main body defining an open rearward end and a closed front end. The open rearward end is adapted to receive a front forward end attachment portion of the plunger rod. The stopper also includes a core member integrally formed with the main body adjacent the closed front end. The core member includes a nose portion having a conical tip configured for entering an outlet opening of the syringe barrel. The closed front end of the stopper has a profile configured to cooperate with an internal surface of the syringe barrel wall to prevent reflux and reduce dead space within the barrel.

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