Outer cover of a pen needle for a drug delivery pen
US9668813B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2005/3215
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A connecting member removably connects a plurality of pen needles together, thereby providing a convenient way for a patient to carry multiple pen needles. The connecting member may be integrally formed with the outer cover of the pen needle or may be a separate member that removably receives the pen needle. An outer cover of a pen needle is provided with gripping means to facilitate gripping and handling of the outer cover. A lid connects to the outer cover to seal the outer cover. The lid also has gripping means to facilitate gripping and handling the lid. A cap is provided that has a first opening for receiving a first end of the outer cover and a second opening for receiving a second end of the outer cover.
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