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Systems for administering medication

US8945067B2 · kind B2 · utility

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14Claims
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Filing dateJul 20, 2009
Grant dateFeb 3, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 1, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2005/3215
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The autoinjector systems disclosed herein provide in part devices for allowing patients with reduced joint strength to more easily administer medicine. Certain exemplary syringe embodiments include a housing, a syringe assembly slidably mounted on the housing, and a needle cap releasably engaged to the housing, where the cap includes a protruding pocket for receiving a needle cap remover.

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