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01-01-2015 дата публикации

Vented Needle

Номер: US20150000788A1
Автор: Connors Daniel W., McAllister Devin V.
Принадлежит: VALERITAS, INC.

A vented needle comprises a distal end configured to pierce a seal of a first container having a top and a bottom surface and a seal of a second container having a top and a bottom surface. An interior lumen is configured to fluidly couple the first container and a fluid transfer device and the second container and the fluid transfer device. A middle portion is configured to engage the seals of the first container and the second container and having one or more axially extending vents. At least one of the one or more vents is configured to extend axially past the top and bottom surfaces of the seal of the first container and configured to fluidly couple the first container and ambient air outside the first container. None of the one or more vents are configured to extend axially past top and bottom surfaces of the seal of the second container. 1. A needle comprising:a distal end configured to pierce a seal of a first container having a top and a bottom surface and a seal of a second container having a top and a bottom surface;an interior lumen configured to fluidly couple the first container and a fluid transfer device and the second container and the fluid transfer device; anda middle portion configured to engage the seals of the first container and the second container and having one or more axially extending vents, at least one of the one or more vents being configured to extend axially past the top and bottom surfaces of the seal of the first container and configured to fluidly couple the first container and ambient air outside the first container, none of the one or more vents being configured to extend axially past top and bottom surfaces of the seal of the second container.2. The needle of claim 1 , wherein the one or more vents are formed by a coating on an outer surface of the needle.3. The needle of claim 2 , wherein the coating forms one or more grooves.4. The needle of claim 2 , wherein the coating is comprised of an air permeable material.5. The needle ...

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Номер записи: 1
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Device with Detachable Secure Holder for Pacifier

Номер: US20150004872A1
Автор: Taylor Raquel Lynn
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What is presented is a device that is aesthetically attractive to juveniles of all ages. The device comprises a flexible fabric body, which is shaped to not block the nasal passages of a juvenile when using the device. The body has a first end and a second end. The first end has a detachable secure holder that releasably fastens to the body, creating an attachment site at the first end. The detachable secure holder is also adapted to attach a pacifier to the body. 1. A device that is aesthetically attractive to juveniles of all ages comprising:a flexible fabric body having a first end and a second end;said first end having a detachable secure holder;said detachable secure holder releasably fastens to said body, creating an attachment site at said first end of said body;said detachable secure holder is adapted to attach a pacifier to said body; andsaid body is shaped not to block the nasal passages of a juvenile when in use.2. The device of wherein said detachable secure holder comprises industrial strength VELCRO.3. The device of wherein said body has an elongated shape.4. The device of wherein the maximum length of the body is 6 inches and the maximum width of the body is 3 inches.5. The device of wherein the combined weight of said device and the pacifier is less than an ounce.6. The device of wherein the combined weight of said device and the pacifier is low enough to avoid damage to the teeth of the juvenile.7. The device of wherein said device is machine washable.8. The device of wherein said body comprises a plurality of segments.9. The device of wherein said body is multi-colored.10. The device of wherein said body is a stuffed animal.11. The device of wherein said body is shaped to promote the development of gross motor skills in the juvenile.12. The device of wherein said body is a stuffed animal shaped like a caterpillar.13. The device of wherein said body is a stuffed animal shaped like a lion.14. The device of wherein said body is a stuffed animal shaped ...

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Номер записи: 2
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Pill Administration Device with Liquid Reservoir

Номер: US20150005702A1
Автор: Soper Douglas Bruce
Принадлежит: Ino-Products Inc.

A pill administration device has a collapsible reservoir that can contain liquid and a pill receptacle that is coupled to the reservoir and can store one or more pills, with two rupturable membranes keeping the pill(s) isolated from the liquid and trapped in the pill receptacle. By collapsing the reservoir containing the liquid, a user can break the membranes and propel the liquid and pill(s) into his or her mouth to be swallowed. 1. A pill administration device , comprising:a collapsible reservoir for containing a liquid, the reservoir being formed by a container; anda pill receptacle for containing one or more pills; the pill receptacle is coupled to the reservoir in sealed fluid communication therewith;', 'the pill receptacle is isolated from the reservoir by a first rupturable fluid impermeable membrane; and', 'the pill receptacle has a receptacle opening remote from the reservoir and from the first membrane for inserting and discharging pills; and, 'whereina first cap having a pill expulsion passage defined therethrough;a second rupturable membrane extending across the pill expulsion passage to close the pill expulsion passage;the first cap being securable over the pill receptacle to trap one or more pills in the pill receptacle between the first and second membranes;wherein, in operation, collapsing the reservoir drives liquid contained therein to rupture the first and second membranes and travel through the pill expulsion passage to exit the pill administration device.2. The pill administration device of claim 1 , wherein the pill receptacle is formed by the container.3. The pill administration device of claim 2 , wherein:a quantity of liquid is disposed in the reservoir; andthe first membrane is sealingly secured directly to the container.4. The pill administration device of claim 3 , wherein:the container has an open end;the pill receptacle is disposed between the first membrane and the open end of the container; andthe first cap is securable to the open ...

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Номер записи: 3
01-01-2015 дата публикации

EXPOSURE PREVENTION COVER, EXPOSURE PREVENTION COVER MODULE PROVIDED WITH SAME, DRUG SOLUTION SUPPLY SYSTEM, AND DRUG SOLUTION SUPPLY METHOD

Номер: US20150005734A1
Автор: Hamai Katsuyoshi, Inoue Fujio, Nishioka Masaki, Shiga Junya, Takiguchi Osamu
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The present invention provides an exposure prevention cover that prevents exposure to a drug solution, pharmaceuticals or the like, an exposure prevention cover module provided with the same, a drug solution supply system, and a drug solution supply method. An exposure prevention cover for housing a drug solution container that contains a drug solution and has a connection port through which the drug solution can be discharged, includes a cover body that houses the drug solution container and has an opening open to the outside for inserting the drug solution container; a closure section that closes the opening; a holding section that holds the drug solution container housed in the cover body inside the cover body; a connection section that is attached to the cover body and can be connected to the discharge port of the drug solution container, so that the drug solution in the drug solution container can be discharged outside the cover body; and a suspension section provided on the cover body for suspending the cover body. 1. An exposure prevention cover for housing a drug solution container that contains a drug solution and has a connection port through which the drug solution can be discharged , comprising:a cover body that houses the drug solution container and has an opening open to the outside for inserting the drug solution container;a closure section that closes the opening;a holding section that holds the drug solution container housed in the cover body inside the cover body;a connection section that is attached to the cover body and can be connected to the discharge port of the drug solution container, so that the drug solution in the drug solution container can be discharged outside the cover body; anda suspension section provided on the cover body for suspending the cover body.2. The exposure prevention cover of claim 1 , wherein the cover body is made of a material having at least one of a light transmittance property claim 1 , a gas barrier property claim ...

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Номер записи: 4
08-01-2015 дата публикации

PRESSURE-REGULATING VIAL ADAPTORS AND METHODS

Номер: US20150011963A1
Автор: Fangrow Thomas F.
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In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor comprises a housing member, a connector configured to couple the adaptor with a vial, a regulator channel, and an extractor channel formed in the housing member. The extractor channel is configured to facilitate withdrawal of fluid from the vial when the adaptor is coupled to the vial. The regulator channel is configured to facilitate flow of a regulating fluid to compensate for changes in volume of a medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, an expansion member is disposed on the housing member and is configured to expand and contract in accordance with changes in the volume of a medical fluid in the vial. 1. A vial adaptor comprising:a housing member comprising a piercing member having a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end of the piercing member configured to pierce the septum of a vial;a connector configured to couple the housing member with the vial;an extractor channel formed in the housing member, the extractor channel configured to facilitate withdrawal of a medical fluid from the vial when the adaptor is coupled to the vial;a regulator channel formed in the piercing member, the regulator channel configured to facilitate a flow of a regulating fluid therethrough during withdrawal of the medical fluid; andan expansion member connected with an external surface of the proximal end of the piercing member and in fluid communication with the regulator channel, the expansion member configured to expand to receive the flow of the regulating fluid as the medical fluid is withdrawn from the vial.2. The vial adaptor of claim 1 , wherein the expansion member is configured to regulate pressure in the vial when fluid is withdrawn from the vial.3. The vial adaptor of claim 1 , wherein the piercing member comprises a terminal member.4. The vial adaptor of claim 3 , wherein the terminal member is detachable from a remainder of the piercing member.5. The vial adaptor of claim 3 , wherein the terminal member comprises brass ...

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Номер записи: 5
08-01-2015 дата публикации

MEDICATION DISPENSING AND CONTROL UNIT

Номер: US20150012131A1
Автор: Saltsov Leon
Принадлежит:

A medication and dispensing system tracks the medication of multiple users over time and preferably combines this information with periodic test results provided to the system. The system is designed to allow remote access electronically to authorized users whereby doctors or other medical professionals can review the data of actual medication dispensed and preliminary test results accumulated over time. Preliminary analysis of the data is conducted by the system to identify a predetermined medical alert condition. Upon determination of the predetermined medical alert condition, the dispensing system dispenses or makes available for dispensing an alert response medication. 1. An automated system for medication dispensing and control comprisinga computer processing arrangement;a medication receiving structure for receiving a series of medication cassettes assigned to at least one individual user and an arrangement for dispensing of an alert response medication based on detection of a predetermined alert condition;an arrangement for receiving information associated with each medication cassette identifying at least a user, a quantity of medication and a dosage regime;a computer database associated with said computer processor arrangement for storing said received information;a medication dispensing arrangement associated with said medication receiving structure for dispensing of individual dosages of medication contained in said cassettes and tracking of said dispensed dosages by user in said computer database;a communication arrangement for connecting test equipment to said system and entering and storing user test results in said computer database;said computer processing arrangement including preliminary analysis of said dispensed medication and said test results to identify the occurrence of said predetermined alert condition associated with a user;said computer processing arrangement upon identification of said predetermined alert condition dispenses or makes ...

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Номер записи: 6
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Adaptor for Coupling to a Medical Container

Номер: US20150013810A1
Автор: Carrel Franck, Maritan Lionel, Perot Frederic
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson Holdings Pte. Ltd.

An adaptor for coupling with a medical container having a collar closed by a septum including: a tubular body closed at a distal end with a transversal wall from which extends a hollow spike, and at a proximal end by a pierceable elastomeric piece including a cavity having a plurality of circumferentially distributed chambers, each chamber being connected to the hollow spike by a radial channel, the tubular body further receiving an intermediate piece including a plurality of through holes aligned on the chambers, a selecting member having a closure wall provided with one opening, capable of rotating so that the opening is successively aligned with each of the through holes, and a gripping member for securing the adaptor to the medical container. Also, an assembly including the adaptor and a medical container. 1. An adaptor for coupling with a medical container having a collar closed by a septum , said septum having an outer surface directed towards an outside of the medical container , the adaptor comprising:a tubular body substantially closed at a distal end with a transversal wall provided with a central hole from which extends a hollow spike in a distal direction for passage of a fluid, a plurality of circumferentially distributed chambers extending from said transversal wall in a proximal direction, said chambers being closed at a proximal end by a pierceable elastomeric piece, each chamber being connected to said hollow spike by a radial channel provided with a closure member, said closure member being capable of transitioning from a locked state, in which it closes the radial channel, to an open state in which it does not close said radial channel, each chamber being filled with decontaminated air and each closure member being in a locked state in a storage state of said adaptor,said tubular body further receiving an intermediate piece located proximally with respect to said pierceable elastomeric piece, said intermediate piece comprising a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 7
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Adaptor for Coupling with a Medical Container

Номер: US20150013811A1
Автор: Carrel Franck, Perot Frederic
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson Holdings Pte. Ltd.

An adaptor for coupling with a vial having a collar closed by a septum, the septum having an outer surface directed towards the outside of the vial, the adaptor comprising: a gripping member for securing the adaptor to the vial, the gripping member being capable of being laterally mounted on the collar of the vial and a pierceable elastomeric piece having at least a part intended to be in contact with the outer surface of the septum when the adaptor is secured on the vial. Also, an assembly including such an adaptor and a vial. 1. An adaptor for coupling with a medical container having a collar closed by a septum , said septum having an outer surface directed towards the outside of the medical container , the adaptor comprising:a gripping member for securing the adaptor to the medical container, said gripping member being capable of being laterally mounted on the collar of said medical container,a pierceable elastomeric piece having at least a part intended to be in contact with the outer surface of the septum when said adaptor is secured on said medical container.2. The adaptor of claim 1 , wherein the surface of said part of the pierceable elastomeric piece is complementary to the whole outer surface of the septum.3. The adaptor of claim 1 , further comprising a compressive member for pressing said pierceable elastomeric piece onto said outer surface of the septum claim 1 , when said adaptor is secured on said medical container claim 1 , said compressive member being capable to transition from an inactive state claim 1 , in which it does not exert pressure on said pierceable elastomeric piece claim 1 , to an active state claim 1 , in which it exerts pressure.4. The adaptor of claim 1 , further comprising a fixing system for preventing releasing of said gripping member and definitively securing the adaptor on said medical container.5. The adaptor of claim 1 , further comprising a transversal wall connected to said gripping member claim 1 , said transversal wall ...

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Номер записи: 8
15-01-2015 дата публикации

EXTRACTION DEVICE FOR A SINGLE EXTRACTION OF A MEDICAMENT FROM A CONTAINER

Номер: US20150013835A1
Автор: Cordes Claus
Принадлежит:

An extraction device and an extraction kit for one-time extracting a medicament from a container is presented where the extraction device has a housing adapted to non-releasably engage with the container and comprising an axially elongated receptacle, wherein the receptacle is adapted to axially guide a drug delivery device and a piercing member to a distal stop position for penetrating a seal of the container. The device and kit also have at least one fixing member to keep the piercing member in the distal stop position and to support a non-reversible disconnection of the drug delivery device from the piercing member. 115-. (canceled)16. An extraction device for one-time extracting a medicament from a container , the extraction device comprising:a housing adapted to non-releasably engage with the container and comprising an axially elongated receptacle,wherein the receptacle is adapted to axially guide a drug delivery device and a piercing member to a distal stop position for penetrating a seal of the container, and further comprisingat least one fixing member to keep the piercing member in the distal stop position and to support a non-reversible disconnection of the drug delivery device from the piercing member.17. The extraction device according to claim 16 , wherein the fixing member radially inwardly protrudes from an inner side wall of the receptacle.18. The extraction device claim 16 , wherein the receptacle comprises a bottom wall at its distal end providing a distal abutment face for the piercing member claim 16 , wherein the bottom wall further comprises a through opening to receive a neck portion of the container and/or to receive a piercing element of the piercing member.19. The extraction device according to claim 18 , further comprising a tubular shaped fastening member protruding from the bottom wall in distal direction to receive the neck portion of the container claim 18 , wherein the fastening member comprises at least one interlock member to ...

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Номер записи: 9
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Apparatus for mixing and transferring medications

Номер: US20150013836A1
Автор: Christopher M. Tice, David R. Pestotnik
Принадлежит: PHARMAC LLC

An apparatus for transferring a chosen quantity of medication from a vial to a container under sterile conditions is described. The present invention further facilitates dissolving solid medications contained in the vial or diluting concentrated medications contained in the vial, and transferring the resulting solutions to the container. The container may be an intravenous infuser.

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Номер записи: 10
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Adaptor for Coupling to a Medical Container

Номер: US20150013837A1
Автор: Barrelle Laurent, Fernando Anthony C.J.
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An adaptor for coupling with a medical container, including: a tubular body receiving a pierceable elastomeric piece, defining an inner cavity of the adaptor, the pierceable elastomeric piece being movable within the tubular body between a first position, in which a distal part of the pierceable elastomeric piece forms a seal of the cavity, and a second position, proximally spaced from the first position, in which the distal part opens the seal of the cavity, an air inlet, a filtering system for filling the inner cavity with decontaminated air, and a gripping member for securing the adaptor to the medical container. Also, an assembly comprising such an adaptor and a medical container. 1. An adaptor for coupling with a medical container having a collar closed by a septum , said septum having an outer surface directed towards an outside of the medical container , the adaptor comprising:a tubular body substantially closed at a distal end with a transversal wall provided with a central hole and substantially closed at a proximal end by a pierceable elastomeric piece, said pierceable elastomeric piece, transversal wall and tubular body together defining an inner cavity of said adaptor, said pierceable elastomeric piece being movable within said tubular body between a first position, in which a distal part of said pierceable elastomeric piece forms a seal of said central hole, and a second position, proximally spaced from said first position, in which said distal part opens the seal of said central hole,an air inlet for allowing air from the outside to enter said inner cavity at least when said pierceable elastomeric piece moves from the first position to the second position, said air inlet comprising a filtering system for decontaminating said entering air before it reaches said inner cavity, anda gripping member for securing the adaptor to the medical container, so that a distal surface of said transversal wall is brought in contact with the outer surface of said septum ...

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Номер записи: 11
15-01-2015 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR RETAINING AND STORING A CHILD'S PACIFIER OR TEETHING-RING

Номер: US20150017871A1
Автор: DEANE Janet Noreen
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Apparatuses and methods for retaining and storing a child's pacifier or teething-ring are provided wherein a flexible pocket can store a pacifier/teething-ring when not in use and a tether can be used to retain the pacifier/teething-ring to child's clothing whether or not the pacifier/teething ring is in use. In some embodiments, the pocket can be formed in a caddy which can comprise, or can be retrofit to, a tether having a clothing fastening means at one end and a pacifier/teething-ring fastening means at the other, wherein the tether has sufficient length for the attached pacifier/teething-ring to be placed in the pocket, or in the child's mouth. 1. An apparatus for retaining and storing a pacifier , the apparatus comprising:a caddy comprising a flexible pocket dimensioned to receive and hold the pacifier;a first tether portion extending from the caddy, the first tether portion terminating in a pacifier tie configured to attach to the pacifier;a second tether portion extending from the caddy in the opposite direction as the first tether portion, the second tether portion terminating in a fastener; wherein the caddy can be tethered to children's clothing by the fastener, the pacifier can be tethered to the caddy by the pacifier tie, and the pacifier can be removably stored in the pocket.2. The apparatus as claimed in where the pocket is made of nylon.3. The apparatus as claimed in wherein the pocket is disposed on a back surface of the pacifier caddy.4. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein caddy comprises a front surface for a feature.5. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the pacifier tie comprises a loop of child safe string material.6. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the fastener comprises a clamp.7. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the distance between the pacifier tie and the clothing fastener is approximately 7.5 inches.8. An apparatus for storing a pacifier claim 1 , the apparatus to be retrofit on a pacifier ...

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Номер записи: 12
15-01-2015 дата публикации

NASAL IRRIGATION SOLUTION PREPARATION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF PREPARATION

Номер: US20150018760A1
Автор: HARDIN James Craig, HARDIN Kathryn Morton
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A nasal irrigation system for rinsing nasal and sinus passages or cavities includes a solution preparation unit and a dispensing container. The solution preparation unit includes a first water reservoir, a filter that is in fluid communication with an outlet of the first water reservoir and filters water passing therethrough, a second water reservoir that is in fluid communication with the filter, and a heating element that brings filtered water in the second water reservoir to a boil to clean the filtered water, and a filler port. The dispensing container receives a nasal rinse solution from the solution preparation unit, via the filler port, and administers the nasal rinse solution to a user via a direct nostril interface. The solution preparation unit can also include a cooling element, additive reservoirs for materials to calibrate salinity or to provide a pH buffer, and a control circuit to control operation thereof. 1. A nasal irrigation system for rinsing nasal and sinus passages or cavities , comprising:a solution preparation unit, including a purified water reservoir, a base, and a filler port disposed above and over the base, that dispenses purified water through the filler port for use in a nasal rinse solution; anda dispensing container that receives the nasal rinse solution, while positioned on the base, from the filler port of the solution preparation unit, and that administers the nasal rinse solution, while removed from the base, to a user via a direct nostril interface.2. The nasal irrigation system of claim 1 , wherein the purified water reservoir is disposed within a housing that is supported by above the base.3. The nasal irrigation system of claim 2 , further comprising a control circuit.4. The nasal irrigation system of claim 3 , further comprising a second water reservoir and a filter claim 3 , the second water reservoir being in fluid communication with the filter and the purified water reservoir such that water contained in the second water ...

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Номер записи: 13
15-01-2015 дата публикации

ANTI-FREE FLOW MECHANISM FOR ENTERAL FEEDING PUMPS

Номер: US20150018767A1
Автор: Allen Blake, Beck Kent, Bultman Jason, Eggers Philip, Federspiel Ryan, Juretich Jeffery T.
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An anti-free-flow mechanism includes an occluder mechanism which is disposed along a segment of tubing and a mounting structure. The occluder mechanism is normally in a biased closed position, but may be moved into an open position by placement in the mounting structure. However, unless force is applied to keep the occluder mechanism in the mounting structure, the occluder will move relative to the mounting structure and return to the first, closed position. 120.-. (canceled)21. A device comprising:an occluder mechanism configured to selectively occlude fluid flow in tubing of an enteral feeding infusion set, the occluder mechanism having a base and an actuator, the actuator being movable angularly towards the tubing to engage the tubing and thereby allow fluid flow through the tubing as a result of the engagement; anda mounting structure configured to selectively and cooperatively engage the occluder mechanism; wherein when the occluder mechanism is cooperatively engaged with the mounting structure, the actuator is moved angularly towards the tubing to engage the tubing such that the occluder mechanism allows flow through the tubing, and when the occluder mechanism is not cooperatively engaged with the mounting structure, fluid flow through the tubing is prevented by the occluder mechanism.22. The device of claim 21 , wherein the occluder mechanism is held in the mounting structure by tension in the tubing.23. The device of claim 21 , wherein the mounting device is affixed to an infusion pump.24. The device of claim 21 , wherein the occluder mechanism is biased to prevent fluid flow through the tubing.25. A system for selectively occluding flow through a tube comprising:a tubing segment; a base;', 'an occlusion member which engages the tubing to selectively prevent flow through the tubing;', 'an actuator attached to the base, the actuator being movable angularly towards the tubing to engage the tubing and thereby allow flow through the tubing as a result of the ...

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Номер записи: 14
15-01-2015 дата публикации

DRUG STORAGE APPARATUS

Номер: US20150018799A1
Автор: GILL Steven Streatfield, Irving Charles, LEWIS Trefor Owen, WOOLLEY Maxwell Roy
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Fluid storage apparatus for medical use is described that includes a length of tubing having a first end and a second end. A first sealable connector portion is provided at the first end and a second sealable connector portion is provided at the second end. The volume of fluid that can be stored within the apparatus is known and an infusate or therapeutic agent is contained within the apparatus. In this manner, a known volume of therapeutic agent can be infused to a patient. The use in neurosurgical applications is described. 1. Fluid storage apparatus for medical use , the apparatus comprising a length of tubing having a first end and a second end , a first sealable connector portion being provided at the first end and a second sealable connector portion being provided at the second end , wherein the volume of fluid that can be stored within the apparatus is known and in that an infusate is contained within the apparatus.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein one or both of the first and second sealable connector portions comprise a self-sealing connector portion.3. Apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein each self-sealing connector portion includes a septum.4. Apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein each self-sealing connector portion includes a twist lock member.5. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the internal volume of the apparatus is selected to be equal to the volume of infusate to be delivered to a patient.6. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the apparatus comprises a marking or label that indicates the internal volume of the apparatus.7. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the length of tubing comprises flexible plastic tubing.8. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the volume of infusate that can be stored within the apparatus is less than 10 ml.9. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the infusate comprises a cytotoxic agent or a neurotrophic factor.10. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 15
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Inline liquid drug medical devices with linear displaceable sliding flow control member

Номер: US20150020920A1
Автор: Igor Denenburg, Moshe Gilboa, Nimrod Lev
Принадлежит: Medimop Medical Projects Ltd

Inline liquid drug medical device having a longitudinal device axis, a housing with a linear displaceable sliding flow control member displaceable along a transverse bore from a first flow control position for establishing flow communication between a first pair of ports for liquid drug reconstitution purposes to a second flow control position for establishing flow communication between a second pair of ports for liquid drug administration purposes, and a manually operated actuating mechanism for applying a linear displacement force for urging the flow control member to slide along the bore from its first flow control position to its second flow control position.

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Номер записи: 16
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Pharmaceutical Container System

Номер: US20150027913A1
Автор: P. J. Nudo
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A pharmaceutical container comprising a pair of containers interconnected with a coupling is described. The containers are intended to contain two components of a pharmaceutical such that when mixed a finished, ready to use, pharmaceutical mixture results. The coupling includes cutting devices that can cut through a frangible membrane when the containers, joined by the coupling are twisted with respect to one another. 1. A pharmaceutical container system comprising:a) a first container said container having a threaded neck,b) a second container said second container having a threaded neck and sealed with a frangible membrane,c) a cap shaped connector said connector having a walls and comprising threads to engage the threads on the containers wherein the threads that engage the second container including a stop and at least one cutting device,d) said cutting device comprising a curved L-shaped protrusion molded on the inside of the connector said protrusion having a height and the long edge of the L along the edge of the connector and having an end at the top of the L that is lower than the end at the base of the L thereby forming a ramp and the base of the L is slanted at an angle down from horizontal such that the point of connection of the base of the L and the vertical line of the L forms a cutting point,e) whereby when the second container is screwed into the connector to the stop and the first container is screwed into the opposite side of the connector the two containers and the connector form a closed system where the contents of the containers are isolated from the environment outside of the containers and also isolated from each other,f) and when the second container is screwed into the connector beyond the stop the cutting point of the cutting device pierces the frangible membrane and as the container is further rotated the cutting point and the vertical line of the L cut a slot in the frangible membrane.2. The pharmaceutical container system of wherein ...

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Номер записи: 17
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Sensor Equipped Medicinal Container

Номер: US20150027918A1
Автор: Brewer Emerico Alberto, Chaturvedi Rahul, Lee Jin Hyup, Soon-Shiong Patrick
Принадлежит: Nantworks, LLC

Medicinal container bags are presented. Bags can include openers capable of sealing an opening of the bag. Disclosed bags further comprise electronic assemblies configured to detect opening or closing events as the openers The assemblies can compile usage data based on opener movement, and then provide the data to remote monitoring systems. 1. A sensor equipped bag comprising:a main body having an opening and a cavity defined by one or more flexible walls;a flexible seal assembly comprising non-rigid rims attached to an opening in the main body and configured to seal the cavity by joining the non-rigid rims;an opener coupled with the seal assembly and capable of opening or closing the seal assembly by coupling or decoupling the non-rigid rim respectively; andan electronic assembly comprising an opener sensor circuit configured to detect an opening or closing event upon actuation of the opener along the non-rigid rims based on proximity of the opener to an opener sensor.2. The bag of claim 1 , wherein the electronic assembly is disposed within the bag.3. The bag of claim 1 , wherein the electronic assembly is disposed within the opener.4. The bag of claim 1 , wherein the opener sensor circuit detects relative proximity of the opener to a closed position.5. The bag of claim 4 , wherein the opener sensor circuit detects proximity of a magnet disposed within the opener.6. The bag of claim 5 , wherein the sensor circuit comprises a Hall Effect sensor.7. The bag of claim 1 , further comprising an opener lock that locks the opener in a closed position.8. The bag of claim 7 , wherein the electronic assembly comprises a lock circuit that operates the opener lock.9. The bag of claim 1 , wherein the electronic assembly further comprises a transceiver capable of communicating with an external computer.10. The bag of claim 9 , wherein the electronic assembly is further configured to exchange sensed bag related data with the external computer.11. The bag of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 18
05-02-2015 дата публикации

System and Method for Personalized Injection Treatment

Номер: US20150034208A1
Автор: Chang Sobin, Chun Kwonsoo
Принадлежит:

An automated system () for compounding pharmaceutical agents for injection treatment of a patient includes a housing () enclosing an interior space; an inventory structure () having a plurality of chambers () for individually holding one or more pharmaceutical agent—containing single use capsules (), wherein each capsule has a volume capacity of from about 0.1 to about 10.0 mL liquid; means () for selecting capsules in accordance with predetermined pharmaceutical agents contained in said capsules; means () for moving the selected capsules to a processing area; means () for sequentially transferring a controlled quantity of the predetermined pharmaceutical agent with direct fluid communication from each selected capsule to a product container under positive or negative pressure; and means () for automatically discarding spent capsules from which the pharmaceutical agents have been removed after a single use. 1. A system for compounding pharmaceutical agents for injection treatment of a patient , which comprises:a) a housing enclosing an interior space;b) an inventory structure having a plurality of chambers for individually holding one or more pharmaceutical agent-containing single use capsules, wherein each capsule has a volume capacity of from about 0.1 to about 10.0 mL liquid;c) means for selecting capsules in accordance with predetermined pharmaceutical agents contained in said capsules;d) means for moving the selected capsules to a processing area;e) means for sequentially transferring a controlled quantity of the predetermined pharmaceutical agent with direct fluid communication from each selected capsule to a product container under positive or negative pressure; andf) means for automatically discarding spent capsules from which the pharmaceutical agents have been removed after a single use.2. The system of further including means in the processing area for puncturing the selected capsules.3. The system of wherein the chambers of the inventory structure ...

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Номер записи: 19
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag

Номер: US20150045763A1
Автор: Barone, Barron, Conlon Andrea M., III John Albert, JR. Joseph D., Niesslein Michael David
Принадлежит: Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

A self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag is provided that contains a peritoneal dialysis solution. The solution bag can have an outer surface and a non-electric, warming patch adhered or affixed to the outer surface. The non-electric, warming patch can include an activatable agent that undergoes an exothermic reaction when activated. The warming patch can retain a sufficient amount of activatable agent to generate enough heat, upon activation, to warm the contents of the bag to at least 95° F. Warming patches that are separate from a peritoneal dialysis solution bag are also provided, as are kits for warming a peritoneal dialysis solution bag. Methods of warming a peritoneal dialysis solution bag with a non-electric, warming patch, are also provided. 1. A self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag containing a peritoneal dialysis solution , the bag having an outer surface and a non-electric , warming patch affixed to the outer surface , wherein the non-electric , warming patch comprises an activatable agent that undergoes an exothermic reaction when activated , and the warming patch retains a sufficient amount of activatable agent to generate enough heat , upon activation , to warm the contents of the bag to at least 95° F.2. The self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag of claim 1 , wherein the warming patch comprises a removable protective cover that prevents activation of the activatable agent until the removable protective cover is removed.3. The self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag of claim 2 , wherein the removable protective cover is adhered to the non-electric claim 2 , warming patch.4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. The self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag of claim 1 , wherein the activatable agent is activated by contact with air claim 1 , water claim 1 , or both claim 1 , to cause the exothermic reaction.7. The self-warming peritoneal dialysis solution bag of claim 1 , wherein the activatable agent comprises an oxidizable metal. ...

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Номер записи: 20
19-02-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF USING A MEDICATION REMINDER AND COMPLIANCE SYSTEM INCLUDING AN ELECTRONIC PILL BOX

Номер: US20150048100A1
Автор: Dickie Robert G., Paul Norman P.
Принадлежит: NEXT PARADIGM INC.

A medication reminder and compliance system including a pill box, a pill box and electronic device; or a pill box, electronic device and remote server. The pill box includes several detachable dosettes, each divided into several chambers having a door. A two-color LED is disposed beneath each chamber and is activated when a specific reminder time is reached. The LED initially illuminates the associated chamber with a green light but changes to a flashing red light if the door is not opened within a preset time. A switch engaged with the door deactivates the LED when the door is opened. The electronic device communicates with the pill box and alerts the patient when it is time to take medication. A remote server which communicates with both the pill box and electronic device can be programmed to control the reminder schedule and monitor the patient's compliance with a prescribed medication regimen. 1. A method of reminding a patient to take a dose of a medication in a timely fashion comprising the steps of:providing an electronic pill box having a housing with a plurality of dosettes disposed therein, where each dosette has one or more chambers defined therein, and each chamber has a door that is movable between an open and closed position; an illumination device positioned to illuminate an underside of the door of each chamber; and a switch operatively engaged with each illumination device;providing a reminder schedule to a microprocessor in the pill box housing;loading appropriate chambers corresponding to the reminder schedule of medication with an appropriate dose of a medication;tracking real time relative to the reminder schedule;providing a first reminder to the patient to take a particular dose of medication from a particular chamber when the real time corresponds to a time on the reminder schedule.2. The method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the step of providing the first reminder includes illuminating the door of the particular chamber with a first color ...

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Номер записи: 21
19-02-2015 дата публикации

DISPENSING DEVICE

Номер: US20150048101A1
Автор: Cinnamon Sara, Reddy Goutam
Принадлежит: Abiogenix Inc.

Embodiments generally relate to a pill box adapted for dispensing medication. In one embodiment, the pill box includes a base member, a carousel coupled to the base member and configured to rotate about the base member, one or more compartments, each compartment formed within the carousel and configured to store a single dose of medication with a lid configured to enclose the base and the carousel. The pill box ratchet advancement mechanism includes a resilient member and a stop member configured to facilitate motion of the carousel in a first direction and to restrict motion in a second direction, and a locking component configured to permit a pre-determined displacement of the carousel in the first direction and to limit further displacement in the first direction by locking the carousel. 1. A pill box adapted for dispensing medication , comprising:a base member;a carousel coupled to the base member and configured to rotate about the base member;one or more compartments; each compartment formed within the carousel and configured to store a plurality of medications;a lid configured to enclose the base and the carousel;a ratchet advancement mechanism, which includes a resilient member and a stop member configured to facilitate motion of the carousel in a first direction and to restrict motion in a second direction; anda locking component configured to permit a pre-determined displacement of the carousel in the first direction and to limit further displacement in the first direction by locking the carousel.2. The pill box of claim 1 , wherein the stop member is formed on a wall of the base member.3. The pill box of claim 1 , wherein the pill box further comprises;one or more fins disposed around the carousel, wherein a distal portion of the fin, includes the resilient member.4. The pill box of claim 1 , wherein the pill box further comprises;one or more fins disposed around the carousel, wherein a distal portion of the fin, includes the resilient member, andwherein ...

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Номер записи: 22
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Electronic pill box and medication reminder and compliance system incorporating same

Номер: US20150048102A1
Автор: Robert G. Dickie, Walter PROKOPCHUK
Принадлежит: Next Paradigm Inc

A medication reminder and compliance system including a pill box, a pill box and electronic device; or a pill box, electronic device and remote server. The pill box includes several detachable dosettes, each divided into several chambers having a door. A two-color LED is disposed beneath each chamber and is activated when a specific reminder time is reached. The LED initially illuminates the associated chamber with a green light but changes to a flashing red light if the door is not opened within a preset time. A switch engaged with the door deactivates the LED when the door is opened. The electronic device communicates with the pill box and alerts the patient when it is time to take medication. A remote server which communicates with both the pill box and electronic device can be programmed to control the reminder schedule and monitor the patient's compliance with a prescribed medication regimen.

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Номер записи: 23
19-02-2015 дата публикации

MODULAR PACIFIER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150051646A1
Автор: CHAN Sung Yun, SAXTON Matthew Joseph
Принадлежит:

A modular pacifier assembly having a modular mouth guard assembly including a nipple. The modular mouth guard assembly includes a mouth guard shield and a removable mouth guard plate that interconnects into the mouth guard shield. 1. A modular pacifier assembly comprising:a flexible nipple; and a mouth guard shield is substantially flat and has a first side, a second side and an outer peripheral edge, the first side attached to the nipple; and', 'a housing plate removably attached to the second side of the mouth guard shield., 'a modular mouth guard assembly, the modular mouth guard assembly further comprising2. The modular pacifier assembly recited in claim 1 , wherein the mouth guard shield has at least one aperture and a thickened ring bordering the outer peripheral edge.3. The modular pacifier assembly recited in claim 2 , wherein the thickened ring bordering the outer peripheral edge defines a recess in the second side of the mouth guard shield.4. The modular pacifier assembly recited in claim 1 , wherein the outer peripheral edge of the housing plate has a stepped shape with a flange and an inset shoulder disposed adjacent thereto claim 1 , and wherein when the housing plate is attached and secured to the mouth guard shield claim 1 , the flange and inset shoulder fit securely within at least a partial undercut notched cavity in the recess.5. The modular pacifier assembly recited in claim 1 , wherein the housing plate has at least one hole to receive a clip fastener.6. The modular pacifier assembly recited in claim 1 , wherein a handle is attached to and extends outwardly at an angle beyond the peripheral edge of the mouth guard shield in a radial direction and beyond the peripheral edge in an axial length.7. The modular pacifier assembly recited in claim 1 , wherein a second handle is attached to the mouth guard plate and extends outwardly at an angle beyond a peripheral edge of the mouth guard plate in a radial direction and beyond the peripheral edge of the ...

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Номер записи: 24
26-02-2015 дата публикации

SYRINGE FILL SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20150053305A1
Автор: Davidian Daniel K., Mosler Theodore J., Newnam Scott G., Nichols Eli B.
Принадлежит: Infusion Medical, Inc.

A syringe fill system is described, which is useful for filling syringes for dental anesthetic applications. The system incorporates capability for “push-pull”, “pull-push”, “push-push”, and “pull-pull” modes of operation, for loading syringes with compositions comprising multiple fluid components. A syringe fillable by such syringe fill systems is described, providing haptic and audible feedback to a user, to aid in administering precise amounts of therapeutic compositions. Also disclosed are cassette assemblies for use in such syringe fill systems. Such cassette assemblies may be formed of plastic and elastomeric materials of construction, as disposable or single-use components of the syringe fill system. 1. A syringe fill system , comprising:a syringe fill manifold including a manifold fill passage, an inlet for connection to a fluid supply assembly, and an outlet arranged to deliver fluid for syringe filling;a fluid supply assembly adapted to receive a fluid container so that the fluid container is positioned above the syringe fill manifold and is coupled to the inlet of the syringe fill manifold, with a valve at the inlet to control flow of fluid from the fluid container to the manifold fill passage; anda dispensing assembly including a dispensing selector member operatively linked to a driver member arranged to control dispensing of fluid from the fluid container in an amount selectable by the dispensing selector member,wherein the fluid supply assembly and the dispensing assembly are arranged in side-by-side relationship with one another.2. The syringe fill system of claim 1 , wherein:the dispensing selector member in the dispensing assembly is operatively linked with the driver member, and the driver member is arranged for downward travel on a lead screw to an extent determined by selected rotational movement of the dispensing selector member, and downward travel of the driver member on the lead screw causing fluid to flow from the fluid container to the ...

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Номер записи: 25
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Cassette assembly for syringe fill system

Номер: US20150053306A1
Автор: Daniel K. Davidian, Eli B. Nichols, Scott G. Newnam, Theodore J. Mosler
Принадлежит: Infusion Medical Inc

A syringe fill system is described, which is useful for filling syringes for dental anesthetic applications. The system incorporates capability for “push-pull”, “pull-push”, “push-push”, and “pull-pull” modes of operation, for loading syringes with compositions comprising multiple fluid components. A syringe fillable by such syringe fill systems is described, providing haptic and audible feedback to a user, to aid in administering precise amounts of therapeutic compositions. Also disclosed are cassette assemblies for use in such syringe fill systems. Such cassette assemblies may be formed of plastic and elastomeric materials of construction, as disposable or single-use components of the syringe fill system.

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Номер записи: 26
26-02-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR ENCOURAGING ADHERENECE TO MEDICATION SCHEDULE AND PROPER ADMINISTRATION TECHNIQUE

Номер: US20150053711A1
Автор: Ariagno Scott, Roush Daniel E.
Принадлежит:

A method of using a device for encouraging adherence to a medication schedule and proper administration technique includes placing the device on a surface. The device includes a body, a timer associated with the body for measuring and displaying an elapsed time since an immediately prior medication dose was administered; and a button on the body that, when depressed relative to the body, resets the timer. The button is sized and shaped for accommodating a medication container used to store or activate the medication. The button and the body are configured for cooperating with the medication container for facilitating mixing of the medication. The method further includes engaging the medication container with the button and resetting the timer. 1. A method of using a device for encouraging adherence to a medication schedule and proper administration technique , comprising:placing the device on a surface, the device including;a body;a timer associated with said body for measuring and displaying an elapsed time since an immediately prior medication dose was administered; anda button on said body that, when depressed relative to said body, resets said timer, said button being sized and shaped for accommodating a medication container used to store or activate the medication,wherein said button and said body are configured for cooperating with the medication container for facilitating mixing of the medication; andengaging the medication container with said button and resetting said timer.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the engaging the medication container includes depressing said button claim 1 , and wherein said body and said button define a recess for accommodating the medicine container and depressing said button includes at least one step in a reconstitution of a lyophilized medication simultaneously with resetting of said timer.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the device further comprises: a second timer associated with said body claim 1 , said second ...

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Номер записи: 27
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Formulations of aminoglycosides and fosfomycin in a combination having improved chemical properties

Номер: US20150057241A1
Автор: Alan Bruce Montgomery
Принадлежит: Cardeas Pharma Corp

The present invention is synergistic antibiotic compositions having pH adjusted profiles for manufacturing combination, and administration, particularly for patients at risk or suffering from ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and ventilator associated tracheal (VAT) bronchitis. Antibiotic compositions containing fosfomycin and aminoglycosides having individually predetermined and selected pH ranges are manufactured and stored for in combination prior to aerosolization, preferably with a specially designed in-line nebulizer attached to a ventilator.

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Номер записи: 28
26-02-2015 дата публикации

MEDICATION USAGE MONITORING AND REMINDING DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20150058037A1
Автор: Chang Chyh-Yih, Myslinski Lucas J., Tai Chih-Cheng, TSENG SHIH-MING, TSENG SHIH-SHIANG
Принадлежит:

The medication usage monitoring and reminding device and method enables a user to easily monitor usage of medications by weighing the medications using a weighing component, a processing component and an I/O component. Additionally, the device is able to remind a user regarding the medications if the medication has not been timely taken. The device is also able to obtain information regarding medications such as possible conflicts, updates and other information. The device is able to be used for food/drink information or dietary information. 1) A device for monitoring medication usage , comprising:a) a medication removal recognition component configured for recognizing removal of a medication and generating medication removal recognition data;b) an input/output (I/O) component coupled to the medication removal recognition component, the I/O component configured for communicating I/O data, wherein the I/O data includes known weight information of the medication;c) a data processing component configured for processing the medication removal recognition data and the I/O data including determining a weight change data; andd) a medication reminding component coupled to the data processing component, the reminding component configured for reminding a user to take the medication.2) The device of wherein the data processing component is configured for computing the weight change data by subtracting a non-initial weight from an initial weight to obtain a result and dividing the result by an individual medication weight.3) The device of wherein the data processing component is configured for computing the weight change data by subtracting a current weight from an immediately preceding weight.4) The device of wherein the data processing component is configured for recording at least one of a weight date claim 1 , the weight change data and a time of weight change data.5) The device of wherein the data processing component is configured for converting at least one of the weight ...

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Номер записи: 29
05-03-2015 дата публикации

PORTABLE NEUROTOXIN INJECTION TRAY AND ASSOCIATED APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD

Номер: US20150060462A1
Автор: Colbert Rand, Olsen Russell G.
Принадлежит:

A portable neurotoxin injection tray apparatus that includes a vial section with multiple compartments. Each compartment is capable of storing at least one neurotoxin vial or at least one saline vial. The apparatus also includes a dosage compartment with a tilted support member for positioning at least one of the neurotoxin vials in a tilted orientation. Further, the apparatus includes an injection syringe section that includes multiple compartments, where each compartment is designated to store at least one injection syringe filled with a different dosage of neurotoxin. 1. A portable neurotoxin injection tray apparatus comprising:a vial section comprising multiple compartments, wherein each compartment is capable of storing at least one neurotoxin vial or at least one saline vial;a dosage compartment comprising a tilted support member for positioning at least one of the neurotoxin vials in a tilted orientation; andan injection syringe section comprising multiple compartments, wherein each compartment is designated to store at least one injection syringe filled with a different dosage of neurotoxin.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the dosage compartment further comprises at least one viewing window that allows a user to see the at least one neurotoxin vial in the tilted orientation.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a syringe cap holder.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a vial opener device compartment.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a sterile pads compartment.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a medical waste disposal compartment.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the medical waste disposal compartment is detachable from the apparatus.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a cooling pack chamber.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a saline syringe section capable of storing at least one saline syringe claim 1 , wherein the at least one saline syringe may be used to transfer ...

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Номер записи: 30
05-03-2015 дата публикации

LOCKING VIAL ADAPTORS AND METHODS

Номер: US20150065987A1
Автор: Fangrow Thomas F., Lopez Dan, Warren Dee E.
Принадлежит:

In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor for removing liquid contents from a vial comprises a piercing member and a bag. The bag can be contained within the piercing member such that the bag is introduced to the vial when the vial adaptor is coupled with the vial. In some embodiments, the bag expands within the vial as liquid is removed from the vial via the adaptor, thereby regulating pressure within the vial. In other embodiments, a vial comprises a bag for regulating pressure within the vial as liquid is removed therefrom. In some embodiments, a vial adaptor is coupled with the vial in order to remove the liquid. In some embodiments, as the liquid is removed from the vial via the adaptor, the bag expands within the vial, and in other embodiments, the bag contracts within the vial. 1. A vial adaptor assembly for withdrawing medicinal fluid from a vial , the assembly comprising: a medical connector interface configured to couple the vial adaptor assembly with a medical device; and', 'a sheath comprising a first slot portion and a second slot portion; and, 'a housing portion comprisinga locking mechanism comprising one or more clips, the locking mechanism configured to secure the housing portion to an insertion member,wherein the one or more clips are biased to prevent separation of the insertion member from the housing portion when the housing portion is connected to the insertion member,wherein the locking mechanism has a first position and a second position,wherein in the first position, the one or more clips are in a closed position and configured to secure the housing portion to the insertion member,wherein in the second position, the one or more clips are in an open position and configured not to secure the insertion member to the housing portion, andwherein the one or more clips move from the closed position to the open position as the insertion member moves from the first slot portion to the second slot portion.2. The vial adaptor assembly of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 31
12-03-2015 дата публикации

MEDICINE DISPENSER WITH BUILT-IN DISPENSING SCHEDULE

Номер: US20150068947A1
Автор: Balakier Alfred Richard, Gosselin Daniel Albert
Принадлежит: RedCap, LLC

The current disclosure is directed to a medicine dispenser with a dispensing schedule. In one implementation, the medicine dispenser includes a cylindrical container and a disk-shaped cap having a cylindrical rim and an inner schedule display. An indication on or within the inner schedule display is displayed to a medicine consumer through an aperture in the cylindrical rim of the cap. Features included in the cap, schedule display, and cylindrical container interoperate to ensure that the displayed indication is advanced when the cap is removed from, and subsequently replaced on, the container. The displayed indication is relatively large and clear, to facilitate viewing by vision-impaired users, and the schedule-advancement mechanism is robust and reliable. In addition, the cap and inner schedule display include features that allow the displayed indication to be set to a particular indication. 1. A medicine dispenser consisting of: a single-piece cap having a display aperture that displays a first indication, and', 'a single-piece schedule display, mounted within the cap, with multiple, circularly ordered indications that include the first indication; and, 'an indicating cap comprising'}a single-piece container onto which the indicating cap is mounted, by downward pressure and rotation in a first direction, to seal the container and isolate the contents of the container from the environment external to the container,the cap, schedule display, and container interoperating so that, during mounting of the indicating cap to the container, the cap rotates with respect to the schedule display by a rotation angle that results in the display aperture displaying a next indication, adjacent to the first indication, and so that, during removal of the indicating cap from the container, by rotation in a second direction with respect to the container, the cap does not rotate with respect to the schedule display.2. The medicine dispenser of wherein a portion of an external wall ...

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Номер записи: 32
12-03-2015 дата публикации

ENTERAL FEEDING PUMP WITH ACCELERATION SENSOR AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20150073338A1
Автор: Gaines Robert, Holste John, Waldhoff Gary
Принадлежит:

An enteral feeding pump for mounting a pump set for enteral delivery of fluid through the pump set to a subject including a housing capable of receiving at least a portion of a pump set. A pumping device contacts the pump set when the pump set is received by the housing so the pumping device acts on the pump set to produce fluid flow in the pump set for enteral delivery of fluid to a subject. A sensor is connected to the housing for sensing acceleration of at least a portion of the housing caused by an impact to the housing and producing a signal in response to the sensed acceleration. A control circuit in the housing is programmed to perform an operation after the sensor produces a predetermined sequence of signals. 116.-. (canceled)17. An enteral feeding pump for mounting a pump set for enteral delivery of fluid through the pump set to a subject , the enteral feeding pump comprising:a housing capable of receiving at least a portion of the pump set;a display in the housing for displaying information about the pump;a pumping device contacting the pump set when the pump set is received by the housing so the pumping device acts on the pump set to produce fluid flow in the pump set;a sensor connected to the housing for sensing an acceleration of at least a portion of the housing and producing a signal in response to the sensed acceleration; anda control circuit configured to receive the signal and control operation of the pump in response to the signal.18. The pump as set forth in claim 17 , wherein the control circuit is configured to identify the signal as corresponding to a predetermined event and control operation of the pump with the predetermined event.19. The pump as set forth in claim 17 , wherein the control circuit is further configured to suspend operation of the pump if a magnitude of the acceleration is above a predetermined threshold.2026. The pump as set forth in claim 17 , further comprising an illumination source () claim 17 , and wherein the control ...

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Номер записи: 33
19-03-2015 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR CHECKING INDWELLING SITE

Номер: US20150080797A1
Автор: Miyasaka Susumu
Принадлежит: COVIDIEN LP

A device for checking indwelling site capable of checking the indwelling site of a medical tube through multiple checking operations by simple techniques using a single device is disclosed. The device for checking indwelling site is provided with a barrel, a first plunger having a torso member and a hole formed communicating between the inner cavity of the torso member and the inner cavity of the barrel and disposed capable of pushing into or pulling out while keeping the barrel airtight, a second plunger having a second tip member and disposed capable of pushing into or pulling out while keeping the torso member airtight, a space formed between an inner wall and the tip face of the first tip member and designed to suck the gas fraction of the fluid sucked into the barrel into the torso member, and a detecting member arranged inside the torso member on the tip side of the second tip member and designed to react with carbon dioxide sucked in through the space by discoloring. 1. A device for checking an indwelling site of a tip of a medical tube , comprising:a barrel for connecting to a medical tube,a first plunger having a hollow torso member and a first tip member disposed on the tip of the torso member and having a hole formed communicating between an inner cavity of the torso member and an inner cavity of the barrel, the first plunger capable of pushing into or pulling out of the barrel,a second plunger having a second tip member, and disposed capable of pushing into or pulling out of the torso member, anda carbon dioxide detecting member in the torso member and closer to the tip than to the second tip member,wherein the first plunger is restricted from moving towards the tip at a location where the first tip member does not contact the inner wall of the barrel on the tip side, and has a space having a predetermined volume formed between the tip face of the first tip member and the inner wall of the barrel on the tip side.2. The device for checking an indwelling ...

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Номер записи: 34
26-03-2015 дата публикации

MEDICINAL VIAL HOLDER WITH ENLARGED SURFACE AREA

Номер: US20150083626A1
Автор: Dallman Brent
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A medicinal vial assembly includes a vial formed integrally as a single piece with a panel portion. The panel portion has a larger surface area for receiving printing thereon than does the vial. 1. A medicinal vial assembly , comprising a vial formed integrally as a single piece with a panel portion , the panel portion having a larger surface area for receiving printing thereon than does the vial.1. The assembly of wherein the panel portion has an arcuate surface area for receiving printing thereon.2. The assembly of further comprising a funnel shaped collar substantially surrounding a cap of the vial.3. The assembly of wherein the panel portion is planar and extends in a radially outward direction from the vial.4. The assembly of wherein the panel portion extends in an axial direction from a bottom edge of the vial.5. The assembly of wherein the panel portion is arcuately shaped.6. The assembly of wherein the panel portion is annularly shaped.7. The assembly of wherein the panel portion is coaxial with the vial and has a larger diameter than does the vial.8. The assembly of wherein the panel portion is frusto-conically shaped.9. The assembly of wherein the panel portion comprises four trapezoidal sections each having a flat outer surface.10. The assembly of wherein the panel portion has an oval cross-sectional shape when viewed from an axial direction defined by the vial.11. A medicinal vial assembly claim 1 , comprising:a vial configured to store a pharmaceutical product therein, the vial having a circumferential first surface area for receiving printing thereon; anda panel portion securely attached to the vial, the panel portion having a second surface area for receiving printing thereon, the second surface area being larger than the first surface area.12. The assembly of wherein second surface area is arcuately shaped.13. The assembly of further comprising a funnel shaped collar formed integrally with the panel portion and substantially surrounding a cap of the ...

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Номер записи: 35
26-03-2015 дата публикации

MEDICAL CONNECTOR

Номер: US20150083950A1
Автор: OKIYAMA Tadashi
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A first male member () and a tubular portion () are in communication via first to third holes ( to ). A liquid channel () and a gas channel () of the second male member () are in communication with the tubular portion. First to third channels ( to ) are formed in a stopcock (). The stopcock can switch between a first rotation position at which the first channel puts the first hole and a syringe connection portion () of the tubular portion in communication, and a second rotation position at which the first channel puts the liquid channel and the syringe connection portion in communication. When the stopcock is at the second rotation position, the second hole and the gas channel are in communication via the second channel, and the first male member and an inner cavity () of the stopcock are in communication via the third hole and the third channel. A first hydrophobic filter () is provided in the channel that connects the first male member and the gas channel when the stopcock is at the second rotation position, and a second hydrophobic filter () is provided in the channel that connects the first male member and the air supplying member () that is connected to the stopcock when the stopcock is at the second rotation position. 1. A medical connector comprising:a first connector including a bar-shaped first male member capable of being in communication with a first container;a second connector including a bar-shaped second male member capable of being in communication with a second container;a tubular portion including a syringe connection portion that is configured to be in communication with a syringe; anda stopcock that is inserted into the tubular portion and is capable of rotation relative to the tubular portion,wherein a first hole, a second hole, and a third hole that put the first male member and the tubular portion in communication are formed in the tubular portion,a liquid channel and a gas channel formed in the second male member are in communication with the ...

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Номер записи: 36
26-03-2015 дата публикации

Feeding Set and Enteral Feeding Pump

Номер: US20150088058A1
Автор: Harr James
Принадлежит:

A feeding set for use with a peristaltic enteral feeding pump to deliver nutritional liquid fluid to a patient includes a container having nutritional liquid. A conduit assembly includes tubing placeable in fluid communication with the container and adapted for mounting on the enteral feeding pump. The tubing provides a fluid pathway for delivering the nutritional liquid from the container to a patient when the tubing is mounted on the enteral feeding pump. An identification member is mounted on the conduit assembly and has at least one characteristic of a nutritional liquid associated with the feeding set represented by the identification member. The identification member is positioned on the conduit assembly so as to permit automatic identification by the enteral feeding pump of the at least one characteristic of the nutritional liquid upon mounting the conduit assembly on the enteral feeding pump. 121-. (canceled)22. A feeding set for use with a feeding pump to deliver nutritional liquid to a patient , the administration feeding set comprising:a container having the nutritional liquid;tubing in fluid communication with the container and being adapted for mounting on the enteral feeding pump, the tubing providing a fluid pathway for delivering the nutritional liquid from the container to the patient; andan identification member representative of the nutritional liquid in the container, the identification member configured to permit identification by the enteral feeding pump of at least one characteristic of the nutritional liquid upon mounting of the identification member on the enteral feeding pump.23. The feeding set as set forth in claim 22 , further including a cassette connected to the tubing.24. The feeding set as set forth in claim 23 , wherein the identification member is mounted on the cassette.25. The feeding set as set forth in claim 24 , wherein the identification member comprises one or more magnets arranged to represent the nutritional liquid in the ...

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Номер записи: 37
26-03-2015 дата публикации

Fluid transfer devices having cartridge port with cartridge ejection arrangement

Номер: US20150088078A1
Автор: Nimrod Lev, Niv Ben Shalom
Принадлежит: Medimop Medical Projects Ltd

Fluid transfer devices for use in manual cartridge filling procedures for filling cartridges with liquid drug dosages from medicament containing vials. The fluid transfer devices include a double ended main body having a longitudinal axis, a vial port for telescopic receiving a drug vial and a cartridge port for slidingly receiving a leading cartridge end. The cartridge port includes a cartridge securing arrangement for releasably securing a leading cartridge end therein and a cartridge ejection arrangement for at least partially ejecting a cartridge therefrom for assisting manual sliding ejection of a filled cartridge. The cartridge port can include either a combined cartridge securing and ejection arrangement or a discrete cartridge securing arrangement and a discrete cartridge ejection arrangement.

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Номер записи: 38
02-04-2015 дата публикации

DISPOSABLE VIAL HOLDER AND METHOD TO PREVENT NEEDLE STICK INJURIES

Номер: US20150089906A1
Автор: MUSANI Ali I.
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A vial holder is provided to protect a user's hand from needle sticks. The holder includes a handle and a shield attached to a distal end of the handle. An opening is formed in the distal end of the handle to receive a vial. The vial is placed through the opening and into a passageway of the handle with the upper end of the vial exposed. A user grasps the handle which holds the vial in a stabilized manner. A needle may then safely approach the vial in which inadvertent slippage or movement of the needle results in contact with the needle against the shield and not contact with the user's hand. 1. A vial holder comprising:a handle having an opening formed at distal end thereof, and a passageway communicating with said opening, said passageway extending a depth within a portion of the handle from said distal end toward a proximal end of said handle;a shield attached to a distal end of the handle;a flange connected to and protruding from said opening, and said flange extending radially inward into said passageway;said passageway is tapered commencing at a larger diameter at said opening to a smaller diameter towards said proximal end of said handle; andwherein said vial holder is made as a single member.2. A vial holder claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said shield is made from a needle impenetrable plastic having a first stiffness, and said handle is made from a plastic having a second lesser stiffness.3. A vial holder claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said shield is substantially circular shaped.4. A vial holder claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said shield is substantially planar.5. A vial holder comprising:a handle having an opening formed at distal end thereof, and a passageway communicating with said opening, said passageway extending a depth within a portion of the handle from said distal end toward a proximal end of said handle;a shield attached to a distal end of the handle;a flange connected to said shield and extending from said ...

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Номер записи: 39
02-04-2015 дата публикации

DATA-ENABLED PHARMACEUTICAL CONTAINER AND METHODS FOR USING SAME

Номер: US20150095047A1
Автор: Burrows Mark, Christoffersen George, Eckhaus Neal, Grubbe Donald
Принадлежит: DoseCue, LLC

A data-enabled pharmaceutical container and methods for reminding at dose time, then tracking and communicating valid dose events and/or dose exception events are disclosed. Examples of dose exception events include, but are not limited to, missed doses, extra doses, early doses, and late doses. The data-enabled pharmaceutical container includes control electronics for processing and communicating information about valid dose events and/or dose exception events. For example, using a dose detection algorithm, a dose event is deemed valid based on (1) sensing the open state of the data-enabled pharmaceutical container (e.g., sensing that the closure is not present), (2) sensing a certain orientation or tilt of the data-enabled pharmaceutical container, and (3) sensing that the data-enabled pharmaceutical container is both opened and tilted simultaneously for a certain amount of time (e.g., a few seconds). 1. A data-enabled pharmaceutical container , comprising:a) a pharmaceutical container; andb) an electronics module configured for sensing and tracking dose events coupled to the pharmaceutical container.2. The container of wherein the pharmaceutical container comprises: a container body; a container neck; and a container closure claim 1 , wherein the container body is configured as a reservoir for holding a quantity of medication claim 1 , the container neck comprises an opening for dispensing the medication from the container body claim 1 , and the container closure is configured to secure the container neck opening.3. The container of wherein medication comprises pills claim 2 , capsules claim 2 , or caplets.4. The container of wherein the electronics module comprises a housing and a printed circuit board (PCB) assembly housed therein claim 2 , the PCB assembly comprising a PCB; one or more indicators claim 2 , one or more switches; and one or more sensors.5. The container of wherein the one or more sensors comprise active and/or passive sensors.6. The container of ...

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Номер записи: 40
09-04-2015 дата публикации

NEEDLE-LESS VIAL ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH NEEDLE-FREE SYSTEM

Номер: US20150096646A1
Автор: Davidson Stephanie
Принадлежит:

A needle-less vial assembly that includes an assembly body arranged at least partially within a neck of a vial, the body having a first portion within the vial for receiving a substance, a second portion that includes a means for matingly engaging with a syringe, and a channel defined therein, thereby enabling fluid communication of the substance between the vial and the syringe. The assembly further including a first inlet arranged longitudinally along a length of the first portion and proximate to the second portion, wherein the first inlet enables fluid communication between an interior of the vial and the channel, thereby enabling withdrawal of substantially all of the substance within the vial, and an outlet arranged at an end of the second portion of the body, thereby enabling a needle-less transfer of substances between the channel and the syringe. 1. A needle-less vial assembly , comprising:an assembly body arranged at least partially within a neck of a vial, the body having a first portion within the vial for receiving a substance, a second portion that includes a means for matingly engaging with a syringe, and a channel defined therein, thereby enabling fluid communication of the substance between the vial and the syringe;a first inlet arranged longitudinally along a length of the first portion and proximate to the second portion, wherein the first inlet enables fluid communication between an interior of the vial and the channel, thereby enabling withdrawal of substantially all of the substance within the vial; andan outlet arranged at an end of the second portion of the body, thereby enabling a needle-less transfer of substances between the channel and the syringe.2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a second inlet arranged at the end of the first portion claim 1 , thereby enabling increased accuracy and speed of substance draw and removal from the vial.3. The assembly of comprising a plurality of first inlets arranged circumferentially about ...

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Номер записи: 41
09-04-2015 дата публикации

BABY BOTTLE COVER WITH TACTILE STIMULATION DESIGN

Номер: US20150096956A1
Автор: KUAN Chan-Wei, Lin Chia-Hung
Принадлежит:

A baby bottle cover with tactile stimulation design is used to cover a baby bottle, the baby bottle includes a silicone case with an inner surface and an outer surface, and the inner surface defines an inner surface which conforms with the shape of the baby bottle. A plurality of the conical portions is integrally formed on the outer surface of the silicone case. When the baby holds the bottle, the soft conical portions formed on the outer surface of the baby bottle cover come into contact with the baby's hands to promote the development of baby's tactile sense. 1. A baby bottle cover with tactile stimulation design used to cover a baby bottle , the baby bottle including a bottle portion , the bottle portion including a bottle body , and the bottle body shrinks to form an opening;wherein the baby bottle cover comprises a silicone case with an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface defines an inner surface which conforms with the shape of the baby bottle, the silicone case further includes a bottom and a case opening defined by a contractile flange, the baby bottle is placed in the inner surface of the silicone case, in a manner that the contractile flange is sleeved onto the shrinkage section between the bottle body and the bottle opening;and a plurality of the conical portions are integrally formed on the outer surface of the silicone case.2. The baby bottle cover with tactile stimulation design as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the conical portions are circular cones arranged on the outer surface of the silicone case in a staggered manner.3. The baby bottle cover with tactile stimulation design as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the conical portions includes a bottom portion connected to the outer surface of the silicone case and a tapered end claim 1 , each of the conical portions has a height measured from the bottom portion to the tapered end claim 1 , the height varies from 1.3 mm to 5 mm claim 1 , and the conical portions are arranged by ...

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Номер записи: 42
09-04-2015 дата публикации

ENHANCED THERAPEUTIC STIMULUS SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20150100003A1
Автор: Aron Kenneth, Barlow Steven M., Stalling David L.
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a therapeutic system and methods of using the therapeutic system. In particular, the present invention relates to systems having hardware, software, and appliance components for assessing and entraining a neuromuscular pattern or behavior in a patient. The methods include configuring the hardware and software systems to receive data from an orofacial stimulation appliance and to generate a precise therapeutic pulse profile that is actuated as a tactile stimulus. In one embodiment, the system and methods also include collecting data using the orofacial stimulation appliance and delivering the tactile stimulus via the orofacial stimulation appliance to entrain an organized neuromuscular pattern or behavior. 1. A system for stimulating a central pattern generator and a trigeminal nerve in a brain of a human subject , such stimulation influencing brain response or brain development including repair of the brain , control of respiration , control of a non-nutritive suck pattern , mastication , and combinations thereof , the system comprising:an orofacial stimulator appliance that, when actuated in response to a signal, generates a mechanical transfer of energy in at least one burst as an impulse sufficient to be recognized as a tactile stimulus by the subject's central pattern generator;a pneumatic pulse generator that includes a PID controller and a pneumatic pulse generator, wherein the PID controller is an analog or real-time controller and where the pneumatic pulse generator includes a linear motor further comprising a position feedback sensor and a pressure feedback sensor;wherein each burst comprises at least two square wave pulses of the same amplitude with the pulse period increasing with each successive pulse to form a decelerating pulse train sequence; and,wherein the square wave pulses range in frequency between 1.5 Hz and 5 Hz and are contacted with the subject for at least two minutes each day, at least twice a day for a ...

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Номер записи: 43
16-04-2015 дата публикации

DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

Номер: US20150101706A1
Автор: Fukuoka Koji
Принадлежит: KOBAYASHI & CO., LTD.

The drug delivery device () connects an syringe barrel () and a drug container () by means of a closed system, and delivers a drug between the syringe barrel and drug container through said closed system. This drug delivery device includes a first member () connected to the drug container () on the side of a stopper (), and a second member () connected at one end to the first member and connected at the other end to the syringe barrel (). The first member and the second member are connected by a fitting mechanism. A second hollow needle member () provided on the second member faces towards the first member, and the tip portion () and the base portion () are fixed. The first member has a first hollow needle member (). The first member and the second member each have an elastic member ( and ). 1. A drug delivery device which has a first member that is connected to a stopper side of a drug delivery device , and a second member that is connected at one end thereof to said first member and that is connected at another end thereof to a syringe barrel , and which carries out delivery of a drug between the drug container and the syringe barrel , the drug delivery device characterized in that:the first member has a male portion of an engagement mechanism for causing mutual connection to be made between said first member and the second member, and the second member has a female portion of said engagement mechanism, mutual engagement between the male portion and the female portion causing mutual connection to be made between the first member and the second member; a second hollow needle member having a tip portion arranged so as to be directed toward the first member, and having a base portion arranged so as to be directed toward the syringe barrel, and also being such that the base portion is held in fixed fashion by a region at which connection is made with the syringe barrel, a hole for delivery of the drug being provided at each the base portion and at the tip portion; and ...

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Номер записи: 44
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Automated medical liquid filling system and method

Номер: US20150101707A1
Автор: Joseph Vincent Ranalletta, Joshua Nathan Aumiller, Loren Havener Hutchins
Принадлежит: Baxter Corp Englewood

A medical liquid filling system and associated methods are provided, the system comprising a disposable and a drive system. The disposable includes a tubular member and a piston slidably disposed within the tubular member for retraction and advancement within at least a first portion of the tubular member. The disposable may include a seal member for sealing the first portion of the tubular member and may be interconnected to the piston for co-movement therewith. The drive system may include a piston drive member selectively interconnectable to the piston for driven advancement and retraction of the piston within the tubular member. The drive system may be interconnected to a controller, which may be operable to automate or semi-automate various filling operations. A user interface may be interconnected to the controller for providing input of various system operation parameters, which may be communicated to the controller to facilitate automated or semi-automated operation of the filling system.

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Номер записи: 45
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Inter-vial transfer system

Номер: US20150101708A1
Автор: MacDonald Daniel, Reynolds David L., Tremblay Yan
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A transfer system suitable for medicaments comprising a vial socket, a housing having first and second open ends with the first open end being releasably connected to the vial socket, a needle hub mounted within the housing, a needle having first and second piercing ends mounted in the needle hub, a vial having a neck and a body, the vial being inserted in the vial socket and being non removably retained therein, a cartridge having a plunger sealing an open end thereof and a septum located at an opposite end of the cartridge, and an activation cap for causing the needle to penetrate a septum of the vial and the septum of the cartridge to permit transfer of components therebetween. 1. A transfer system comprising:{'b': '14', 'a vial socket ();'}{'b': 18', '14, 'a housing () having first and second open ends, said first open end being releasably connected to said vial socket ();'}{'b': 16', '18, 'a needle hub () mounted within said housing ();'}{'b': 52', '54, 'said needle hub having a first needle hub portion () and a second needle hub portion ();'}{'b': 56', '52, 'a first needle () mounted in said first needle hub portion ();'}{'b': 68', '54, 'a second needle () mounted in said second needle hub portion ();'}{'b': 56', '68, 'said first and second needle hub portions fitting together such that a continuous passageway is formed between said first needle () and second needle ();'}{'b': '14', 'said first needle hub portion being secured within said vial socket ();'}{'b': 12', '32', '30', '12', '14', '12', '14', '14', '12', '12, 'a vial () having a neck () and a body (), said vial () being inserted in said vial socket (), said vial () being non removably retained in said releasably connected vial socket (), said vial socket () extending about said vial () to protect against removal of said vial ();'}{'b': 20', '24', '82', '20, 'a cartridge () having a plunger () sealing an open end thereof, a septum () located at an opposite end of said cartridge (); and'}{'b': 22', '56 ...

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Номер записи: 46
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Drug Vial Safety Device

Номер: US20150105745A1
Автор: BANIK Robert, Bates James, Manocchio John, Rosen Edward
Принадлежит:

A drug vial safety device, including a cover that is securable to a drug vial is disclosed. The cover at least partially encloses at least a neck and a lid of the drug vial. The cover includes a port having a shape that restricts syringe access to the vial through the port to a syringe shaped to be compatible with the port shape. 1. A drug vial safety device , comprising:a cover securable to drug vial to at least partially enclose at least a neck and a lid of the drug vial;wherein the cover includes a port having a shape that restricts syringe access to the vial through the port to a syringe shaped to be compatible with the port shape.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the shape of the port restricts access to through the port to a syringe shaped to be complementary with the port shape.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises:a cap-separating portion for separating a cap from a drug vial lid; andan ejection window for removing a separated-cap from the cover.4. The device according to claim 3 , wherein the cap-separating portion comprises at least one arm that contacts and lifts the cap from the lid when the cover secured to a drug vial is displaced away from the drug vial.5. The device according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one arm comprises a plurality of arms.6. The device according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one arm comprises at least two arms that are substantially the same length.7. The device according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one arm comprises at least two arms having different respective lengths to provide a shearing force to the cap when the cover secured to the drug vial is displaced away from the drug vial.8. The device according to claim 4 , further comprising a lip that engages the lid to limit displacement of the cover away from the drug vial.9. The device according to claim 3 , wherein the cap-separating portion comprises:a first portion; anda second portion;wherein one of the first and second ...

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Номер записи: 47
23-04-2015 дата публикации

CRIB BABY BOTTLE HOLDER FOR SELF FEEDING

Номер: US20150108291A1
Автор: Rubinstein Allen
Принадлежит:

A method and device for providing a child in a crib, with self-access to a feeding bottle containing feeding fluid therein with elevated/cooled temperature of the feeding fluid being retained. An open top retaining receptacle, for the feeding bottle, is provided of an inner dimension suitable for accepting and retaining a baby baffle therein for child removal of the bottle by either lining or tilting and dragging it out. Releasable fastening element or elements enable the retaining receptacle to be securely fastened to one or more fixed position crib elements to fixedly hold the retaining receptacle in an upright position at a position in the crib adjacent and accessible to a child placed therein and a separate heatable or coolable insert element with integrated removal facilitating structure is placed within the retaining receptacle, below and/or around the bottle to maintain heating/cooling temperature of the feeding fluid. 1. A method for providing a child in a crib with self access to an elongated feeding bottle with feeding fluid therein maintained at a desired temperature , comprising the steps of:a) preparing a bottle retaining receptacle with a receptacle retaining portion having an open top and an inner dimension of the retaining portion suitable for accepting and retaining the bottle;b) providing the bottle retaining receptacle with a releasable fastening element or elements configured to enable the bottle retaining receptacle to be fastened in an upright position to one or more fixed position elements of the crib;c) fastening the bottle retaining receptacle to the inside of the crib in the upright position by means of the fastening element or elements at a position of the crib adjacent and accessible to a child placed therein, whereby a child is able to remove the bottle from the bottle retaining receptacle to enable it to self feed itself with the feeding fluid; andd) placing a temperature maintaining insert into the bottle retaining receptacle prior to ...

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Номер записи: 48
21-04-2016 дата публикации

Intelligent medicine dispenser

Номер: US20160107820A1
Автор: David MacVittie, Hale Kpetigo, Michael A. Furlotti
Принадлежит: DoseSmart Inc, DOSESMART, INC

An article dispensing apparatus includes a carousel and an upper casing with a dispensing face including a dispensing orifice through which the articles are dispensed. The carousel includes plural holding sections for holding the articles to be dispensed and is rotationally movable. A controller controls application of a force to cause the carousel to rotate relative to the dispensing face when an instruction to dispense an article is received. When the carousel is moved so that one of its holding sections having an article therein is aligned with the dispensing orifice, the article is allowed to be dispensed therethrough. A locking mechanism selectively engages the carousel to prevent any relative movement of the carousel when the article dispensing unit is not mounted on the main housing and disengages from the carousel to allow intended relative movement when the article dispensing unit is mounted on the main housing.

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Номер записи: 49
23-04-2015 дата публикации

Exposure-preventing cap

Номер: US20150112296A1
Автор: Atsushi Taga, Ayako Kita, Hideki Fujita, Mitsuru Hasegawa, Reiko Sugiura, Shozo Nishida, Shunji Ishiwata
Принадлежит: GTO Ltd, KINKI UNIVERSITY, Nipro Corp

Provided is an exposure-preventing cap of a novel and simple structure that, by being mounted on a vial, can more reliably inhibit leaking of drug solution to an outside when pulling out and collecting drug solution in a syringe from the vial. An exposure-preventing cap, which is mounted on a mouth of a vial sealed with a rubber stopper, wherein a puncturing hole is formed in a center part of a cap-shaped housing that is attached to a mouth of the vial, and a rubber membrane is arranged at the puncturing hole so as to form an internal space between facing surfaces of the rubber membrane and the rubber stopper. The rubber membrane has a dome shape that is convex facing the rubber stopper.

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Номер записи: 50
23-04-2015 дата публикации

Quick release vial adapter

Номер: US20150112297A1
Автор: Amir Lev, Nimrod Lev
Принадлежит: Medimop Medical Projects Ltd

Vial adapters including a skirt having a transverse directed top surface and a pair of opposite downward depending snap fit flex members each integrally formed with an inward directed ridge for telescopically snap fitting onto a vial opening and an upright finger grip extension. Manual inward urging of the pair of opposite finger grip extensions towards one another flexes the pair of opposite snap fit flex members at the top surface such that their pair of opposite inwardly directed ridges are outwardly urged from one another thereby releasing a previously snap fitted drug vial.

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Номер записи: 51
30-04-2015 дата публикации

Medicament cartridge assembly

Номер: US20150119811A1
Автор: Robert Woolston
Принадлежит: DCA DESIGN INTERNATIONAL LTD

An adaptor top for a medicament cartridge, the medicament cartridge including a cylinder having a main body portion, a neck portion at a first end having a radially outwardly directed flange portion, a narrowing shoulder portion connecting the body portion and the neck portion, a cap beaded across the first end thereby to retain a fluid impermeable membrane, and the adaptor top comprising a first cylindrical body portion having a radially inwardly directed flange at one end, in use to be seated over and against the cap and a second cylindrical skirt portion being adapted, in use, to be seated against the shoulder portion of the cartridge, the second skirt portion including a plurality of fingers, the free ends of the fingers in use being adapted to be seated beneath the outwardly directed flange of the medicament cartridge.

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Номер записи: 52
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Needle-less vial assembly for use with needle-free system

Номер: US20150122370A1
Автор: Stephanie Davidson
Принадлежит: Individual

A needle-less vial assembly that includes an assembly body arranged at least partially within a neck of a vial, the body having a first portion within the vial for receiving a substance, a second portion that includes a means for matingly engaging with a syringe, and a channel defined therein, thereby enabling fluid communication of the substance between the vial and the syringe. The assembly further including a first inlet arranged longitudinally along a length of the first portion and proximate to the second portion, wherein the first inlet enables fluid communication between an interior of the vial and the channel, thereby enabling withdrawal of substantially all of the substance within the vial, and an outlet arranged at an end of the second portion of the body, thereby enabling a needle-less transfer of substances between the channel and the syringe.

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Номер записи: 53
07-05-2015 дата публикации

FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20150122691A1
Автор: BEYAR Mordechay, GLOBERMAN Oren
Принадлежит:

A fluid delivery system for dispensing a liquid from a sealed container directly into a closed chamber comprises a container containing a liquid component of bone cement and plugged with a plug, and a closed chamber comprising a receiving port for receiving the sealed container, wherein the receiving port is configured to receive the liquid component in direct response to manual insertion of the sealed container through the receiving port using an open loop system. 18-. (canceled)9. A sealed container comprising:a housing having an open end and configured for containing a liquid monomer; anda sealing member configured to plug the open end, wherein the sealing member includes a self-rupturing mechanism having a closed state and an open state;wherein when the self-rupturing mechanism is in the open state, the liquid monomer flows out of the housing.10. The sealed container according to claim 9 , wherein the sealing member includes a piercing element and a sealing membrane claim 9 , wherein the piercing element is distanced from the sealing membrane in the absence of pressure exerted on the sealing member and wherein the piercing element is configured to engage the sealing membrane in the response to predefined pressure exerted on the sealing member.11. The sealed container according to claim 9 , wherein the piercing element is a hollow needle.12. The sealed container according to claim 9 , wherein the self-rupturing mechanism includes a burst valve.13. The sealed container according to claim 9 , wherein the self-rupturing mechanism includes a collapsible orifice.14. The sealed container according to claim 13 , wherein the collapsible orifice opens in response to a pressure of the liquid in the housing increasing to a predetermined threshold pressure.15. The container according to claim 9 , wherein the housing is configured for being telescopically mounted onto a reception port of a mixing chamber.16. The container according to claim 9 , wherein the housing includes ...

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Номер записи: 54
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Prp obtaining device

Номер: US20150122713A1
Автор: Tan Wu
Принадлежит: Yung Kang Medical Device & Technologic Co Ltd

A platelet rich plasma (PRP) obtaining device includes a container attached to a receptacle for allowing a material in the receptacle to flow into the container, a piston engaged in the receptacle for forcing the material to partially flow into the container, a housing slidably engaged in the container and having a space and having a tube extended in the housing, the tube includes a bore communicating with a compartment of the container, but offset from the space of the housing, and a check valve is attached to the housing for limiting the material to flow only from the container to the housing, and for preventing the material from flowing backward from the housing into the container.

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Номер записи: 55
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Graphical User Interface

Номер: US20150122830A1
Автор: KRESSE Mayk, RANZE Heike
Принадлежит:

In order to monitor the administration of medicament portions Ta in a reliable and simple manner, the invention provides a display device for a dispenser for medicament portions Ta, it being necessary to administer the medicament portions at regularly recurring reference administration times, and the display device comprising a display and an electronic actuation means for the display, characterized in that the display comprises a first visualization means for displaying a first period of time between a first reference administration time and the current time, and the first reference administration time being distinguished in that the medicament portion has not been taken by the first reference administration time. 11. Display device for a dispenser (Sp) for medicament portions (Ta) , it being necessary to administer the medicament portions at regularly recurring reference administration times , and the display device comprising a display () and an electronic actuation means for the display , characterized in that the display comprises a first visualization means for displaying a first period of time between a first reference administration time and the current time , and the first reference administration time being distinguished in that no medicament portion has been taken by the first reference administration time.21. Display device for a dispenser (Sp) for medicament portions (Ta) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the display () additionally comprises a second visualization means for displaying a second period of time between a second reference administration time and the current time claim 1 , the second reference administration time being distinguished in that it is in a predefined administration time interval and one of the medicament portions has been taken in the predefined administration time interval claim 1 , and the second period of time lasts at most up to the first reference administration time which chronologically follows the second ...

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Номер записи: 56
07-05-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR APPLYING A SMALL QUANTITY OF ANTISEPTIC

Номер: US20150126944A1
Автор: Stemer Alexander A.L.
Принадлежит: Chlorhexidine Optimal Products For Skin LLC

The present invention comprises a system for applying small quantities of antiseptic such as a solution of chlorhexidine to a human patient. The system includes a container of 10-50 mL having an opening proximate the top end of the container and a closed end at the bottom. A dispenser for dispensing 0.05 to 0.2 mL of antiseptic through an opening of 0.8 to 4.8 mm is provided. A reclosable cap is further provided for sealing the top end of the container and retaining the antiseptic in the container. In a preferred embodiment, the dispenser comprises a roller ball of 1-5 mm which is rotatably mounted in the opening of the container, with a peripheral seal maintained around the opening for sealing the edges of the roller ball while allowing rotation thereof within the opening. This allows the antiseptic to remain on the ball so that the antiseptic may be dispensed to the patient in limited quantities without dripping from the dispenser. 1. A system for applying small quantities of antiseptic comprising:a container of 10-60 mL;an opening of 0.8 to 4.8 mm proximate the top end of said container, said container being closed at the bottom end;a dispenser proximate said opening for dispensing 0.05 to 0.2 mL of chlorhexidine antiseptic; anda reclosable cap for sealing said top of said container and retaining said antiseptic in said container.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said dispenser comprises a roller ball of 1-5 mm rotatably mounted in said opening and a peripheral seal in said opening for sealing the edges of said roller ball while allowing rotation thereof within said opening while allowing said antiseptic to remain on said ball claim 1 , thereof allowing dispensing of said antiseptic without dripping from said dispenser.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein said antiseptic comprises 2% chlorhexidine suspended in a solution comprising an alcohol comprising isopropanol and ethanol claim 1 , wherein a ratio of the isopropanol to ethanol is from about 1:1000 to 1000:1.4 ...

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Номер записи: 57
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Medical Connector Having Locking Engagement

Номер: US20150126958A1
Автор: Cancellieri Jude, Sanders Laurie, YEVMENENKO Yan
Принадлежит:

A medical connector system including a first connector and a second connector. The first connector has a housing, a biasing member, and at least one projection. The second connector has at least one groove for receiving the at least one projection. The proximal end of the second connector is configured to be at least partially disposed within the distal end of the housing of the first connector. Upon application and release of a first set of opposing axial forces applied to the connector system, the first connector is locked to the second connector and, upon application and release of a second set of opposing axial forces, the first connector is released from the second connector. The connectors may include indicators to show when the connector system is in the locked position. 1. A medical connector system comprising:a first connector having a proximal end and a distal end, the first connector comprising a housing, a biasing member, and at least one projection; anda second connector having a proximal end and a distal end, the second connector comprising at least one groove for receiving the at least one projection,wherein the proximal end of the second connector is configured to be at least partially disposed within a distal end of the housing of the first connector, andwherein upon application and release of a first set of opposing axial forces applied to the proximal end of the first connector and the distal end of the second connector, the first connector is locked to the second connector and, upon application and release of a second set of opposing axial forces to the proximal end of the first connector and the distal end of the second connector, the first connector is released from the second connector.2. The medical connector system of claim 1 , wherein when the first connector is locked to the second connector claim 1 , the at least one projection of the first connector engages the at least one groove of the second connector.3. The medical connector system ...

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Номер записи: 58
14-05-2015 дата публикации

PEDIATRIC SALIVA SAMPLE COLLECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20150133817A1
Автор: Buck Robert L., SLOWEY CHRISTOPHER C., SLOWEY PAUL D.
Принадлежит:

A pediatric saliva collection system includes a pacifier portion, a stiffener, a collector, and a pad compression tube. The pacifier portion includes a receiver having a first interior cavity and nipple having a second interior cavity in fluid communication with the first interior cavity, the nipple including a plurality of apertures. The stiffener is insertable into the pacifier receiver, and adapted to receive the collector therein, the collector including a handle, an absorbent pad extending out from the handle and a seal; the collector removably insertable into the pacifier portion; and, the pad compression tube insertable over the collector to compress the absorbent pad and express liquid sample. 1. A pediatric saliva sample collection apparatus , comprising:a handle extending from a first end to a second end;a shield portion, the shield portion including a receiver portion and laterally extending flange, the shield receiver portion connected to the handle second, the receiver further including a pad cavity;an absorbent pad having a first end disposed within the receiver portion pad cavity and a second end protruding out from the pad cavity;a pad enclosure connected to the receiver portion and partially enclosing the protruding portion of the absorbent pad along opposed sides and the second end of the absorbent pad; and,a positive capture retaining member extending coupling the pad enclosure and absorbent pad to the receiver portion.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a docking station claim 1 , the docking station including a receiving cavity and an outlet port in fluid communication with the receiving cavity.3. A pediatric saliva sample collection apparatus claim 1 , comprising:a pacifier portion, a stiffener, a removable collector and a pad compression tube;the pacifier portion comprising a receiver portion including a first interior cavity, a mouth shield extending laterally out from the receiver portion, and a nipple portion extending from a ...

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Номер записи: 59
14-05-2015 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND SYSTEM WITH PRE-LOADED CASSETTE FOR DISPENSING MULTIPLE MEDICATIONS AND METHODS THEREFORE

Номер: US20150134108A1
Автор: Austin Paul R., Hoover Linn C., Moore Steven R.
Принадлежит: XEROX CORPORATION

An apparatus for dispensing medications, including: a dispensing device storing prescription information including: identification of each medication included in a first plurality of medications; a respective dosage for each medication; and a plurality of time spans, including respective points in time, for dispensing the first plurality of medications; a cassette installed in the dispensing device and including a plurality of sealed compartments, each compartment in the plurality of sealed compartments configured to store at least one respective pill for each medication in a second plurality of medications; and at least one dispensing port. The dispensing device is configured to, within each time span in the plurality of time spans and when the second plurality of medications is in compliance with the prescription information: access each compartment via the at least one dispensing port; and extract every at least one first pill from each compartment. 1. An apparatus for dispensing medications , comprising:a dispensing device configured to store first prescription information including: an identification of each first medication included in a first plurality of medications; a respective dosage for said each first medication; and a first plurality of time spans, including first respective points in time, for dispensing the first plurality of medications; and,a cassette installed in the dispensing device and including a first plurality of sealed compartments, each first compartment in the first plurality of sealed compartments storing at least one first respective pill for each medication in a second plurality of medications; and,at least one dispensing port, wherein: access said each first compartment via the at least one dispensing port; and,', 'extract every at least one first pill from said each first compartment; and,, 'the dispensing device is configured to, within each first time span in the first plurality of time spans and when the second plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 60
21-05-2015 дата публикации

Devices and methods for transferring fluid to or from a vial

Номер: US20150136271A1
Автор: Dan Lopez, Dee E. Warren
Принадлежит: ICU Medical Inc

In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor for removing liquid contents from a vial comprises a housing and a bag. In some embodiments, an initial volume of a regulating fluid can be contained within the bag. In some embodiments, the regulating fluid flows into the vial as liquid is removed from the vial via the adaptor, thereby regulating pressure within the vial. In some embodiments, a vial adaptor is coupled with the vial in order to remove the liquid. In some embodiments, as the liquid is removed from the vial via the adaptor, the bag expands, and in other embodiments, the bag contracts.

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Номер записи: 61
07-08-2014 дата публикации

STERILE SAMPLING METHODS AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20140216598A1
Автор: KASHMIRIAN AVTAR SINGH, MOBBS WILLIAM LEONARD, NORRELL STEPHANIE M., WILSON CRAIG DOUGLAS
Принадлежит: NOBLE HOUSE GROUP PTY LTD.

An apparatus and method that allow multiple samples of a liquid in a primary container (here called a ‘pouch’) to be taken with minimal danger of contaminating the liquid in the container during the sampling process are disclosed. In an embodiment, a closed sterile sight chamber is connected with the pouch in a sterile manner to allow fluid to flow into the chamber white at the same time allowing air within the chamber to be displaced through a bacterial fitter to atmosphere. The connection between the sight chamber and the pouch is then terminated (severed or closed), isolating the pouch from the sampling apparatus. Only then are samples of liquid withdrawn from the sight chamber, while allowing air to flow into the chamber through the bacterial filter. 1. Apparatus for providing at least one sample of a liquid contained in a pouch while mitigating the danger of contaminating the liquid in the pouch , the apparatus comprising: a vent in the chamber wall fitted with a bacterial filter through which air can flow to and from the chamber; and', 'an outlet;, 'an inlet tube having proximal and distal ends, and the proximal end is connected to an inlet of a sterile sight chamber, the chamber comprisingthe inlet tube comprising a tube clamp thereon, wherein the tube clamp is a sufficient distance from the distal end to permit a sterile fluid connection to be established with the inlet tube at a point distal to the tube clamp;the tube clamp operable to regulate liquid flow through the inlet tube to the chamber when the connection is established and operable to block fluid flow in the absence of the connection; anda sample port comprising a hollow body with a distal end and a proximal end, wherein the distal end of the sample port is connected to the outlet of the chamber, and the proximal end is opposite the outlet.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the inlet tube comprises a flexible thermoplastic inlet tube.3. Apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein:the sight ...

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Номер записи: 62
21-05-2015 дата публикации

Pacifier comprising a shield, and shield

Номер: US20150142053A1
Автор: Peter Röhrig
Принадлежит: Mam Babyartikel GmbH

Pacifier having a shield having a brace forming a circumferential outer frame on both sides of a central fixing portion having a teat opening, so that on both sides respectively one or two large-area openings are provided between the fixing portion and the brace, and respectively one further brace forming an inner frame is provided in these openings, wherein regions of the brace of the outer frame and of the brace of the inner frame, which are adjacent to one another at least in sections are not connected to one another.

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Номер записи: 63
28-05-2015 дата публикации

Sampling Port

Номер: US20150144224A1
Автор: Whelan Chris
Принадлежит:

A sampling port () has a body () having an space () open at one end () and adapted to receive a sampling vial () with an cannula () extending longitudinally along the space () with a pointed end () facing the open end (), whereby a sampling vial passed into the space from the open end may be impaled on the cannula. The port includes at least one guide member () extending into the space () to reduce the effective size of part of the space (), the at least one guide member () guiding a vial () of a first size when inserted into the open end () and the at least one guide member () being movable to allow a vial () of a size larger than the first size to be inserted into the space. 1. A sampling port having: at least one first wall portion defining a tubular first space portion adapted to receive a vial having a first diameter and having an open, outer end;', 'at least one flange member extending radially inwards from the at least one first wall portion', 'at least one second wall depending from the at least one flange member and extending way from the open end;', 'at least one second wall portion having first and second ends with the first end spaced from the outer end and nearer the outer end than the second end and;, 'a body having a longitudinal direction and adapted to receive a sampling vial, the body comprisinga cannula having an axis and extending longitudinally within the first and second space portions with a pointed end located within the first space portion and nearer the outer end than the first end and facing the outer end, whereby a sampling vial passed into the body from the outer end may be impaled on the cannula;at least one guide member extending longitudinally either side of the first end into the first space portion and alongside the pointed end to reduce the effective size of at least part of the first space portion;a tubular second space portion coaxial with the first space portion defined by at least one of the at least one second wall portion and ...

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Номер записи: 64
07-08-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR ORAL ADMINISTRATION OF FLUIDS AND MEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION

Номер: US20140221917A1
Автор: Brock Brian Paul, II Robert Bradley, Oates
Принадлежит: PEDIA SOLUTIONS LLC

Methods and devices for orally administering fluids and medical instrumentation to individuals for the promotion of health are disclosed. An apparatus is described comprising a pacifier configured to hold fluid and configured for sucking. In some embodiments, the apparatus includes a balloon positioned within a cavity of the pacifier. The balloon is configured to facilitate expulsion of the fluid from the cavity and to limit a user's ingestion of air. In other embodiments, the apparatus includes a cartridge or ampoule configured to store a fluid and expel the fluid through the pacifier. Systems are disclosed which include the pacifier apparatus, a known quantity of fluid or powder, and sterile packaging. Other systems are disclosed whereby various attachments, both medical and non-medical, couple to the apparatus. Methods of using and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed. 130-. (canceled)31. A fluid dispensing apparatus , comprising:a cartridge pre-filled with a pre-measured dose of a liquid, the cartridge comprising: a cartridge body defining a reservoir, and a cartridge spout extending from the cartridge body and terminating at an aperture; and the cartridge seal hermetically seals the liquid within the cartridge,', 'the cartridge seal is at least partially detachable so as to expose the aperture, and', 'the cartridge seal runs at least the length or substantially the length of the cartridge., 'a cartridge seal attached at least to a portion of the cartridge spout to prevent liquid from leaking from the aperture prior to use, wherein32. The fluid dispensing apparatus of claim 31 , wherein the cartridge seal is fully removable from the cartridge.33. The fluid dispensing apparatus of claim 31 , wherein a connection between the cartridge seal and the cartridge is perforated or indented to facilitate breakage of the cartridge seal from the cartridge.34. The fluid dispensing apparatus of claim 31 , further comprising a tab attached to a distal end of the ...

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Номер записи: 65
28-05-2015 дата публикации

Imaging Catheter with Thermal Management Assembly

Номер: US20150148603A1
Автор: Holste John
Принадлежит:

An imaging catheter assembly that includes an elongate body having a first body end, and an opposite second body end; an imaging assembly secured to the first body end, the imaging assembly having a first imaging assembly end remote from the first body end and a second imaging assembly end adjacent the first body end, the imaging assembly including a flex circuit having an electronic component mounting portion, a camera mounting portion adjacent the first imaging assembly end, and a light mounting portion adjacent the first imaging assembly end; a camera mounted on the camera mounting portion, the camera having a field of view, a light source mounted on the light mounting portion for illuminating at least a portion of the field of view of the camera; and at least one temperature sensor mounted on the flex circuit for measuring a temperature of the light source and a temperature of an ambient environment of the imaging assembly; and a control circuit in communication with the light source and the at least one temperature sensor, the control circuit controlling an output of the light source to control a difference between the temperature of the ambient environment and the temperature of the light source. The control circuit controls the difference between the temperature of the ambient environment and the temperature of the illumination source to a predetermined amount. 115-. (canceled)16. A feeding tube assembly comprising:a flexible feeding tube having opposite first and second longitudinal ends, a longitudinal axis extending between the first and second longitudinal ends, and a feeding passage defined therein extending along the longitudinal axis between the first and second longitudinal ends;an imaging assembly including an imaging device and an illumination source, the imaging assembly configured for generating and transmitting imaging signals indicative of images of an alimentary canal of a subject, wherein the imaging assembly is secured to the feeding tube ...

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Номер записи: 66
28-05-2015 дата публикации

System for an interchangeable nipple for a pacifier

Номер: US20150148740A1
Автор: Hermon McNac, III
Принадлежит: Individual

An interchangeable nipple system for a pacifier for administering medicine comprising: a ring; a group of medicinal nipples, wherein each medicinal nipple is capable of connecting to the ring and each nipple includes a distinct flavor; a non-medicinal nipple, wherein the non-medicinal nipple is capable of connecting to the ring and is interchangeable with one of the group of medicinal nipples; a shield surrounds any nipple used with the pacifier, where the shield abuts a connecting ring; a threaded ring extending from the shield and connects to the connecting ring; a hole at the tip of the nipple that allows for the passage of the medicine from the medicinal nipples for administration to an infant user; and an electronic sensor that monitors the level and flow of liquid medicine in the medicinal nipples.

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Номер записи: 67
28-05-2015 дата публикации

Liquid Dispensing Pacifier with Interchangeable Parts

Номер: US20150148843A1
Автор: Justin Turley
Принадлежит: Individual

A liquid dispensing pacifier having interchangeable components is provided. The pacifier includes a hollow, porous nipple secured to a shield and having a base thereon for attachment to other components. The nipple can be disposed directly on the opening of a baby bottle for feeding, or to a syringe to facilitate administration of medicine. Alternatively, the pacifier can be secured to one end of an elongated straw and the straw can be threaded through a lid secured to a baby bottle and disposed within the liquid content therein. In this way, a baby can suck on the pacifier to draw liquid from the bottle without having to hold the bottle. Additionally, the straw can be secured to the pacifier, and the pacifier can be attached directly to a baby bottle to feed a baby in the conventional manner.

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Номер записи: 68
14-08-2014 дата публикации

RECONSTITUTION DEVICE

Номер: US20140224834A1
Автор: BARTLETT, CHlEBOWSKI Arthur L., Greco Peter M., II Rush L.
Принадлежит:

An apparatus includes a reconstitution chamber and a diluent chamber. The reconstitution chamber is operable to hold a lyophilized material and able to combine the lyophilized material with a diluent. The diluent chamber holds a diluent and is in selective fluid communication with the reconstitution chamber. 1. An apparatus comprising:(a) a reconstitution chamber operable to hold a lyophilized material, wherein the reconstitution chamber is further operable to facilitate combining the lyophilized material with a diluent; and(b) a diluent chamber operable to hold a diluent, wherein the diluent chamber is in selective fluid communication with the reconstitution chamber, wherein the reconstitution chamber and the diluent chamber are positionable within a housing.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a wall portion of the reconstitution chamber defines a cutout operable to act as a bypass for the diluent to enter the reconstitution chamber from the diluent chamber.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the diluent chamber includes at least one moveable stopper claim 1 , wherein the at least one moveable stopper is operable to move axially through the diluent chamber into at least a portion of the reconstitution chamber.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the reconstitution chamber is configured to be movable within the housing claim 1 , wherein the reconstitution chamber is further configured to form a fluid seal with the housing as the reconstitution chamber moves through the housing.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a stopper configured to provide a fluid seal between the reconstitution chamber and the diluent chamber claim 1 , wherein an external force applied to the diluent chamber is operable to dislodge the stopper in a direction opposing the direction with which the external force is applied.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a rod extending through the reconstitution chamber claim 1 , wherein the rod is movable between a first ...

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Номер записи: 69
04-06-2015 дата публикации

STORAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEDICINES

Номер: US20150151893A1
Автор: Wengreen Eric John, Wengreen Sandy
Принадлежит:

People can damage their medicines by taking them outside in hot or cold weather. On the other hand, some people need to carry their medicines with them wherever they go (even if the weather is extremely hot or cold). Specially constructed storage systems can protect medicines from damage due to hot and cold weather without requiring bulky structures or expensive components that consume electricity to regulate temperature. 1. A storage system comprising:an outer cylindrical wall;an inner cylindrical wall coupled to the outer cylindrical wall;a vacuum chamber located between the inner cylindrical wall and the outer cylindrical wall;a first chamber at least partially surrounded by the inner cylindrical wall, the first chamber being configured to hold a medicine; anda phase change system comprising a second chamber having a first phase change material and comprising a third chamber having a second phase change material, wherein the phase change system is at least partially surrounded by the inner cylindrical wall,wherein the first phase change material has a first melting temperature greater than 40 degrees Fahrenheit and less than 74 degrees Fahrenheit, and the second phase change material has a second melting temperature greater than 74 degrees Fahrenheit and less than 100 degrees Fahrenheit.2. The storage system of claim 1 , wherein at least a majority of the first chamber is located between a first wall and a second wall that are located within the inner cylindrical wall claim 1 , wherein the first wall separates the first chamber from a first side of the phase change system and the second wall separates the first chamber from a second side of the phase change system.3. The storage system of claim 2 , wherein the storage system comprises a central axis claim 2 , and a third wall passes through the central axis to separate the second chamber from the third chamber.4. The storage system of claim 3 , wherein the third wall separates a distal portion of the phase change ...

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Номер записи: 70
04-06-2015 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING MEDICATIONS

Номер: US20150154378A1
Автор: Austin Paul R., Fletcher Denise L., Hoover Linn C., Kibler Wendell Lewis, Moore Steven R., Sharma Naveen
Принадлежит: XEROX CORPORATION

A computer-based apparatus including: a cassette including a plurality of compartments for storing medications; and a dispenser including a processor and memory storing computer readable instructions and information for a plurality of medications, the information including dosages and schedules for the medications. The processor is configured to extract a medication from the plurality of medications from a compartment according to the information. The processor is configured to: receive, from a second computer remote from the apparatus, an input including a modification to the information; or create a modification to the information. The processor is configured to determine that a medication stored in the compartment is the same as the medication in the plurality of medications and extract, using the dispenser, a quantity of the stored medication from the compartment according to the modification; or terminate extraction, by the dispenser, of the stored medication from the compartment according to the modification. 1. A computer-based apparatus for dispensing medications , comprising:a cassette including a plurality of compartments arranged to hold a plurality of stored medications; a processor; and,', computer readable instructions; and,', a first respective dosage for each medication in the plurality of medications; and,', 'a plurality of time spans, including respective points in time within each time span, for dispensing a portion of the plurality of medications; or,', 'at least one parameter for dispensing a portion of the plurality of medications on a pro re nata (PRN) basis; and,, 'first information for a plurality of medications, the first information including], 'a memory element configured to store], 'a first computer with 'the processor is configured to execute the computer readable instructions to determine that the first information includes instructions to extract a first medication included in the portion of the plurality of medications from a first ...

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Номер записи: 71
21-08-2014 дата публикации

Drug infusion needle and drug infusion method

Номер: US20140230952A1
Автор: Akihiro Ohta, Akinobu Okuda, Akira Higuchi, Tohru Nakamura, Yuki Takenaka
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corp

A drug transferring needle includes a needle base portion, a first needle portion having therein an air passage, and a second needle portion longer than the first needle portion and arranged parallel to the first needle portion. In the first needle portion, a first air vent being one end of the air passage is provided on a distal end side of the second needle portion from a second air vent being the other end of the air passage. In the second needle portion, one end of a liquid passage is connected to the inside of the needle base portion, and the other end thereof is a liquid pass opening of the second needle portion. The second needle portion has a distal end having the liquid pass opening, a base portion connected to the needle base portion, and an intermediate portion connecting the distal end and the base portion.

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Номер записи: 72
11-06-2015 дата публикации

THERAPEUTIC AND PROTECTIVE DENTAL DEVICE USEFUL AS AN INTRA-ORAL DELIVERY SYSTEM

Номер: US20150157434A1
Автор: Bardach Laura, Geduldig James, Napoli Salvatore
Принадлежит:

A dental device has a U-shaped carrier with at least one channel for embracing an arch of teeth. There are recessed insets in the channel. Discrete inserts carrying a beneficial agent can fit into the insets and release the agent gradually. The device may be used in a therapeutic application and as an athletic mouthguard. Temporary blanks may be initially fitted in the insets, while a portion of the mouthguard is softened before an arch of teeth is pressed into the channel to make a custom impression. The inserts possess different physical properties than the carrier and may be positioned and shaped to mechanically buffer teeth of the arch from mechanical shocks as well as release beneficial agents. The inserts may be replaced or refreshed to maintain the beneficial agent. A dental device having a core carrying a beneficial agent inside a liquid-permeable shell functions as an infant's teething device. 175-. (canceled)76. A method of using an intra-oral carrier having at least one channel and a plurality of recessed insets , comprising:positioning the carrier within an oral cavity such that the at least one channel receives at least a portion of an arch of teeth therein;wherein, during the step of positioning the carrier within the oral cavity, at least a first one of the recessed insets has a first beneficial agent received therein, the first beneficial agent being carried by a first insert positioned within the first inset, and at least a second one of the insets does not have a beneficial agent received therein.77. The method of further comprising positioning the first insert within the first inset before the step of positioning the carrier within the oral cavity.78. The method of further comprising claim 76 , before the step of positioning the carrier within the oral cavity claim 76 , selecting the first inset from among the recessed insets to receive the first beneficial agent claim 76 , based on a location within the oral cavity targeted for application of the ...

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Номер записи: 73
11-06-2015 дата публикации

Doser having two needles

Номер: US20150157536A1
Автор: Hongyu Li, Ke Li, YU Qiu, Yuan Yuan
Принадлежит: Chongqing Lummy Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

A doser having two needles. The two needles consist of a needle seat ( 1 ), an upper needle ( 2 ), and a lower needle ( 3 ). The upper needle ( 2 ) and the lower needle ( 3 ) are arranged at two sides of the needle seat ( 1 ), and the upper needle ( 2 ) and the lower needle ( 3 ) both have a hollow structure and are in communication with each other. A medicine mixing body ( 4 ) of a cup structure is formed through extension in the direction along the edge of the needle seat ( 1 ) toward the upper needle ( 2 ). When the doser having two needle is used, it is only required that the upper needle ( 1 ) penetrates through a sealing plug of a medicine container and the lower needle ( 3 ) simultaneously penetrates through a sealing plug inside a sealing cover on a transfusion container, and by squeezing the transfusion container, medicine in the medicine container can be mixed with a solution in the transfusion container, which makes the medicine mixing operation simpler and more time saving.

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Номер записи: 74
11-06-2015 дата публикации

Apparatus, System and Method for Fluid Delivery

Номер: US20150157537A1
Автор: Grant Kevin L., Gustin Lisa A., Lanigan Richard J., Moreau Timothy D.
Принадлежит:

A filling aid. The filling aid includes a locking portion including a groove feature; and a locking feature having a locked and an unlocked position; and a filling syringe holder slidably attached to the locking portion, the filling syringe holder including a filling needle cradle portion having a tongue feature; and a needle housing portion comprising at least one tab having a starting position and a filling position, wherein the groove feature configured to accommodate the tongue feature, and wherein the locking feature interact with the filling syringe holder wherein when the locking feature moves from the locked position to the unlocked position the needle housing portion moves from the starting position to the filling position. 1. A filling aid comprising: a groove feature; and', 'a locking feature having a locked and an unlocked position; and, 'a locking portion comprising a filling needle cradle portion having a tongue feature; and', 'a needle housing portion comprising at least one tab having a starting position and a filling position,, 'a filling syringe holder slidably attached to the locking portion, the filling syringe holder comprisingwherein the groove feature configured to accommodate the tongue feature, andwherein the locking feature interact with the filling syringe holder wherein when the locking feature moves from the locked position to the unlocked position the needle housing portion moves from the starting position to the filling position.2. The filling aid of claim 1 , wherein when the locking feature moves from the unlocked position to the locked position the needle housing portion moves from the filling position to the starting position.3. The filling aid of claim 1 , wherein the filling need cradle portion further comprising a frame portion whereby the frame portion maintains a filling syringe in fixed relation with the filling syringe holder.4. The filling aid of claim 1 , wherein the filling syringe holder further comprising grips.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 75
11-06-2015 дата публикации

Safety Drug Delivery Connectors

Номер: US20150157848A1
Автор: Michael D. Garrison, Mitali Aon, Yongxian Wu, Yun Jin
Принадлежит: Becton Dickinson and Co

Drug delivery connectors are provided for permitting and blocking fluid flow between a container and a catheter connector or other drug delivery site. Embodiments of the drug delivery connectors include a ball valve for forming a releasable seal within the drug delivery connectors. In one or more embodiments, the ball valve prevents fluid flow between an open proximal end and an open distal end of the drug delivery connector and is movable in a proximal direction to release the releasable seal to permit fluid flow from the open proximal direction to the open distal direction. Methods of delivering medication to a catheter connector that includes an actuator are also provided

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Номер записи: 76
09-06-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEMS FOR FILLING A FLUID INFUSION DEVICE RESERVOIR

Номер: US20160158104A1
Автор: Ali Sherif M., Halili Edgardo C., Miller Thomas P., Sakae Vaughn S.
Принадлежит:

A transfer device for filing a fluid reservoir of a fluid infusion device with a fluid is provided. The transfer device comprises a first end to couple to a source of the fluid, and a second end to couple to a pressurizing device. The transfer device also comprises a body interconnecting the first end and the second end, and having an end to couple to the fluid reservoir. The body defining at least one fluid flow path between the source of the fluid, the pressurizing device and the fluid reservoir to enable the filling of the fluid reservoir with the fluid 1. A transfer device for filing a fluid reservoir of a fluid infusion device with a fluid , the transfer device comprising:a first end to couple to a source of the fluid;a second end to couple to a pressurizing device; anda body interconnecting the first end and the second end and having an end to couple to the fluid reservoir, the body defining at least one fluid flow path between the source of the fluid, the pressurizing device and the fluid reservoir to enable the filling of the fluid reservoir with the fluid.2. The transfer device of claim 1 , wherein the first end includes at least one projection that extends upwardly from a base claim 1 , and the at least one projection is to couple the source of the fluid to the transfer device.3. The transfer device of claim 2 , wherein the base includes a protrusion and the first end includes a piercing member coupled to the protrusion claim 2 , and the piercing member establishes a fluid flow path from the source of the fluid into the transfer device.4. The transfer device of claim 1 , wherein the body further comprises a first branch claim 1 , a second branch and a third branch claim 1 , and the first branch is coupled to the first end claim 1 , the second branch is coupled to the second end and the third branch defines the end.5. The transfer device of claim 4 , wherein the first branch defines a passage claim 4 , the second branch defines a second passage and the ...

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Номер записи: 77
21-08-2014 дата публикации

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20140236352A1
Автор: JOHNSON Mark Thomas, Lacroix Joyca Petra Wilma, Van Ee Raymond
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A medication management system () comprises a portable device () attachable to a user () and a medication dispenser (). The portable device comprises a lighting means () for providing a visual stimulus () to indicate an approaching medication intake moment or period. The medication dispenser () comprises further lighting means () for providing a further visual stimulus () to draw the attention of the user. The visual stimulus and the further visual stimulus have a same predetermined color and the visual stimulus () is provided a predetermined time before the medication dispenser provides the further visual stimulus (). 110010305055. A medication management system () comprising a portable device () attachable to a user () , the portable device comprising a lighting means () arranged to provide a visual stimulus () having a predetermined color to indicate an approaching medication intake moment or period;{'b': 20', '40', '41', '45, 'a medication dispenser () comprising a further lighting means (, ) arranged to provide a further visual stimulus () capable of providing light with the predetermined color to draw the attention of the user and further arranged to indicate the medication intake moment or period;'}{'b': 10', '50', '55', '45, 'wherein the portable device () is arranged to provide with the lighting means () the visual stimulus () a predetermined time before the medication dispenser provides with the further lighting means the corresponding further visual stimulus ().'}21002030. A medication management system () according to wherein the medication dispenser () is arranged to provide to the user () at least two different types of medication claim 1 , each of them being indicated with its own predetermined color.310041704575. A medication management system () according to wherein the further lighting means comprise a first further lighting means () and a second further lighting means () claim 2 , the medication dispenser comprising a first container for storing a ...

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Номер записи: 78
28-08-2014 дата публикации

PRESSURE-REGULATING VIAL ADAPTORS

Номер: US20140238532A1
Автор: Fangrow Thomas F.
Принадлежит: ICU MEDICAL, INC.

In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor comprises a housing configured to couple the adaptor with a vial, an access channel, a regulator channel, and a regulator assembly. The access channel is configured to facilitate withdrawal of fluid from the vial when the adaptor is coupled to the vial. The regulator channel is configured to facilitate a flow of a regulating fluid from the regulator assembly to compensate for changes in volume of a medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, the regulator assembly includes a flexible member configured to expand and contract in accordance with changes in the volume of the medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, the flexible member is substantially free to expand and contract. In some embodiments, the flexible member is not partly or completely located in a rigid enclosure. 1. An adaptor configured to couple with a sealed vial , the adaptor comprising:a housing apparatus including a distal extractor aperture configured to permit withdrawal of fluid from the sealed vial when the adaptor is coupled to the sealed vial, wherein at least a portion of an extractor channel and at least a portion of a regulator channel pass through the housing apparatus;a regulator enclosure in fluid communication with the regulator channel, wherein the regulator enclosure is configured to move between a first orientation in which at least a portion of the regulator enclosure is at least partially expanded or unfolded and a second orientation in which at least a portion of the regulator enclosure is at least partially unexpanded or folded when a fluid is withdrawn from the sealed vial via the extractor channel; anda filler disposed within the regulator enclosure, the filler configured to ensure an initial volume of regulator fluid within the regulator enclosure, thereby permitting the adaptor to supply regulator fluid to the sealed vial from the regulator enclosure when fluid is withdrawn from the sealed vial via the extractor aperture.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 79
18-06-2015 дата публикации

Female enteral coupling

Номер: US20150164744A1
Автор: Aaron N. Ingram, Anthony C. Lair, Benjamin Martin DAVIS, Mark Martin Costello, Tony Doherty
Принадлежит: Neomed Inc

A container for collecting, transporting, storing, delivering and dispensing fluid. The container has a hollow tube with an outer circumference diameter and is configured to receive a plunger. A collection adaptor and a dispensing adaptor provide interchangeable coupling of a variable volume container such as a syringe with a collection device such as a breast pump and a dispensing device such as a nipple. The container also has a circumferential seal assembly secured at one end of the hollow tube. The seal assembly outer diameter is substantially similar to the hollow tube outer diameter.

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Номер записи: 80
18-06-2015 дата публикации

BOTTLE FOR PHARMACOLOGICAL AND/OR NUTRITIONAL ACTIVE SUBSTANCES WITH HERMETIC CLOSURE PIERCEABLE WITH A NEEDLE-FREE SYRINGE AND AUTOMATICALLY RESEALABLE

Номер: US20150164745A1
Автор: GOBBI FRATTINI Paolo Giuseppe
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A bottle for containing pharmacological and/or nutritional active substances is described. The bottle comprises a closing cap pierceable by the pressure exerted with the luer of a needle-free syringe. The closing cap is made as a single piece including a check valve and closing lips which can be opened by introducing a syringe luer and can be elastically closed back upon the extraction of the luer introduced, and a membrane which is pierceable and elastically resealable to hermetically close the inlet end of the check valve. 1. A bottle for containing pharmacological and/or nutritional active substances , which is hermetically closed by a fixed closing cap which is permanently fastened to the bottle and is pierceable by the pressure exerted on said fixed closing cap by the luer of a needle-free syringe , said closing cap including a check valve with closing lips which can be opened by introducing said luer and can be elastically closed back upon the extraction of the luer introduced , wherein said closing cap is formed by an upper part and a lower part , said lower part forming said closing lips and being crossed by a thin vertical slot having rectangular section which separates said closing lips and is open at the bottom to allow said lips to be opened upon the introduction of said luer , wherein said slot is closed at the top by a membrane which is pierceable and elastically resealable to hermetically close the inlet end of said check valve , wherein said closing lips and said membrane are formed as a single body made of elastically deformable material and said closing lips are externally delimited by concave recesses which laterally extend upwards with increasing depth from the lower end of said lips.2. The bottle according to claim 1 , wherein the sum of the length of said slot and the thickness of said membrane is equal to or less than the length of a syringe luer.3. A The bottle according to claim 2 , wherein said membrane has a thickness of about 0.1 mm.4. A ...

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Номер записи: 81
18-06-2015 дата публикации

MATURATIVE GUIDING PACIFIER FOR BABY

Номер: US20150164749A1
Автор: Lacroix Michel
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The present invention relates to pacifiers for new born children, and more particularly to a maturative guiding pacifier for baby comprising an intra-oral part comprising a nipple; a shield for preventing the baby from swallowing said maturative guiding pacifier; and a connecting part connecting the nipple to the shield. The maturative guiding pacifier is configured to guide, stimulate and facilitate the neuromuscular maturation process of the jaws, the dentition and the face of the baby in its earliest steps after birth. To this end, the nipple comprises a central hole to allow the baby's tongue to contact the palatal mucosa, and the connecting part comprises a transversal elongated aperture to allow the baby's upper and lower lips to come into contact. 1. A maturative guiding pacifier for baby comprising:an intra-oral part comprising a nipple,an extra-oral part comprising a shield for preventing the baby from swallowing said maturative guiding pacifier,a connecting part connecting the nipple to the shield, whereinthe nipple comprises a central hole to allow the baby's tongue to contact the palatal mucosa, andthe connecting part comprises a transversal elongated aperture to allow the baby's upper and lower lips to come into contact.2. The maturative guiding pacifier according to claim 1 , wherein the transversal elongated aperture of the connecting part is formed by a double elongated member connecting said nipple to said shield.3. The maturative guiding pacifier according to claim 2 , wherein said double elongated member is in the form of a U-shape with two lateral arms defining a cavity to accommodate the baby's upper and lower lips.4. The maturative guiding pacifier according to claim 2 , wherein said double elongated member connecting said nipple to said shield is a rigid arm.5. The maturative guiding pacifier according to any one of the claim 1 , wherein said intra-oral part further comprises a guiding groove for the gums and first incisors coming claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 82
04-09-2014 дата публикации

System and Method for Intermixing the Contents of Two Containers

Номер: US20140246342A1
Автор: Eric John Schmidt, John Domkowski
Принадлежит: Hospira Inc

A system and method for intermixing the contents of two containers. The system includes a first container, a second container, and a connector for providing fluid communication between the first and second containers. The connector includes at least one resilient retention member for securing the first container to the connector. In addition, the connector accommodates standard vials containing, for example, medicaments, and prevents the unwanted discharge of the contents of the vial into the environment.

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Номер записи: 83
25-06-2015 дата публикации

Preassembled medicine mixer

Номер: US20150174006A1
Автор: Hongyu Li, Ke Li, Yeli Huang, YU Qiu, Yuan Yuan
Принадлежит: Chongqing Lummy Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

A preassembled medicine mixer comprises a rotary sleeve ( 4 ), a guide sleeve I ( 3 ), a guide sleeve II ( 6 ), a guide part, a dosing barrel ( 1 ), and a dosing double needle ( 2 ). The guide sleeve I ( 3 ) extends into the guide sleeve II ( 6 ) and is connected to the rotary sleeve ( 4 ). A guide groove ( 8 ) is provided on the side wall of the guide sleeve I ( 3 ), and two ends of the guide groove ( 8 ) are extended by a distance towards opposite directions. A guide spiral groove ( 7 ) is provided on an inner wall of the guide sleeve II ( 6 ). The guide part is disposed in the guide sleeve I ( 3 ) and has a guide block ( 9 ) at the outer side thereof. The guide block ( 9 ) penetrates through the guide groove ( 8 ) and extends into the guide spiral groove ( 7 ). In use, the rotary sleeve ( 4 ) is rotated to drive the guide part to rapidly move downwards and push a medicine container ( 17 ); an upper needle tip of the dosing double needle ( 2 ) pierces a sealing plug on the medicine container ( 17 ), and a lower needle tip pierces a diaphragm ( 23 ) in an interface ( 22 ), so that the medicine container ( 17 ) is instantly communicated with an infusion container ( 14 ), thereby implementing sterile closeness during the entire process of transportation, storage, butt joint, medicine mixing, and infusion.

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Номер записи: 84
25-06-2015 дата публикации

DRUG REFILL APPLICATOR SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20150174007A1
Автор: Dunn Andrew, Jiang Fukang, Minaie Pedrum, Rodriguez Andres, Shih Jason, Soe Tun Min, Urazaki Andrew, Wang Bin
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Embodiments of the present invention involve a refill apparatus comprising at least one pump, a plurality of reservoirs, a plurality of reservoir fluid channels each associated with one of the reservoirs, a plurality of valves, each having a cracking pressure, for fluidically sealing the reservoir fluid channels and the outlet fluid channel, an outlet fluid channel fluidically connected to the reservoir fluid channels, and a needle having a lumen in fluid communication with the outlet fluid channel. A parameter such as a pressure level is monitored, and one or more pumps and various ones of the valves are actuated in accordance with a protocol comprising a sequence of steps whereby fluidic pathways are opened between different ones of the reservoirs and the needle in a washing and filling sequence, each of the steps being associated with an expected pressure level. 1. Apparatus for refilling a reservoir , the apparatus comprising:a plurality of reservoirs;a plurality of reservoir fluid channels each associated with one of the reservoirs;an outlet fluid channel fluidically connected to the reservoir fluid channels;a plurality of valves, each having a cracking pressure, for fluidically sealing the reservoir fluid channels and the outlet fluid channel;at least one sensor for monitoring pressure in the reservoir fluid channels and the outlet fluid channel;at least one actuation mechanism;a needle having a lumen in fluid communication with the outlet fluid channel, the needle being configured for insertion into a drug-delivery port of an implantable medical device; anda controller for actuating at least one said pump and various ones of the valves in accordance with a protocol comprising a sequence of steps whereby fluidic pathways are opened between different ones of the reservoirs and the needle in a washing and filling sequence, each of the steps being associated with an expected pressure level.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 85
11-09-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A CRIMP CAP, CRIMP CAP AND CONTAINER

Номер: US20140251942A1
Автор: Dittmer Ralf, Vrijens Ronny Prosper Elisabeth, Waeben Reinhard Louis Jozef
Принадлежит: DATWYLER PHARMA PACKAGING BELGIUM NV

The invention relates firstly to a method for producing a crimp cap for a container for receiving a pharmaceutical substance, in particular an ampoule, wherein the crimp cap has a metal foil layer, which is covered over at least on the outside with a layer of plastic forming a covering of the foil layer. In order to provide an advantageous method for producing a crimp cap from a metal foil layer with a layer of plastic forming a covering of the foil layer, while avoiding the risk of particle formation as much as possible, it is proposed that a material strip M having an already plastic-covered foil layer is formed into the crimp cap by punching out and deep drawing. The invention also relates to a crimp cap for a container for receiving a pharmaceutical substance, and also to a container with a pharmaceutical substance.

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Номер записи: 86
02-07-2015 дата публикации

SYRINGE EXTENSION

Номер: US20150182699A1
Автор: Daily David, Raday Lior
Принадлежит: DALI Medical Devices Ltd

Disclosed is an extension assembly for a syringe barrel. The assembly includes a housing having a side wall, a first end, a second end, and a coupling extending from the first end. The coupling is configured to attach to a syringe barrel. The assembly additionally includes a curved fluid channel extending from the coupling to a filling port. The filling port extends from the side wall and is configured to receive a vial which is selectively in fluid communication with the syringe barrel via the curved fluid channel. 131-. (canceled)32. An extension assembly for a syringe barrel , said assembly comprising:i) a housing having a side wall, a first end and a second end;ii) a coupling extending from said first end, said coupling configured to attach to a syringe barrel;iii) a fluid channel extending from said coupling to a filling port; andiv) a filling port extending from said side wall, said filling port configured to receive a vial which is selectively in fluid communication with said syringe barrel via said fluid channel;v) at least one first resilient element associated with said housing, and at least one needle bearing element configured to be displaced by said at least one first resilient element with respect to said housing element from a non-penetration position to a penetration position; at least one first position in which said vial receiving port is in fluid communication with said syringe barrel; and', 'at least one second position in which said needle bearing element is in fluid communication with said syringe barrel., 'vi) a fluid valve having at least two positions33. The assembly according to claim 32 , wherein said coupling is configured to attach to said syringe barrel in at least one of the following manners:i) removably; andii) irremovably.34. The assembly according to claim 32 , wherein said filling port extends at about 90 degrees to the longitudinal axis of said housing.35. The assembly according to claim 32 , comprising a slidable needle guard ...

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Номер записи: 87
09-07-2015 дата публикации

BLOOD STORAGE CONTAINER CONTAINING AQUEOUS COMPOSITION FOR THE STORAGE OF RED BLOOD CELLS

Номер: US20150190309A1
Автор: Zia Majid
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A blood storage container along with an aqueous composition for the storage of packed red blood cells is described. In a preferred embodiment, the container is not made of DEHP plasticizer. In some embodiments, the container is made from a polymeric material and a non-DEHP plasticizer. In some embodiments, the aqueous composition is made of about 1 to about 3 mM adenine, about 20 to about 15 mM dextrose, about 15 to about 60 unmetabolizable membrane-protectant sugar, about 20 to about 30 mM sodium bicarbonate, and about 4 to about 20 mM disodium phosphate. In a most preferred embodiment, the DEHP-lacking container is made from a PVC polymeric material and a DINCH plasticizer and the aqueous composition is made of about 2 mM adenine, about 80 mM dextrose, 55 mM unmetabolizable membrane-protectant sugar, about 26 mM sodium bicarbonate, and about 12 mM disodium phosphate 1. A combination product for storing red blood cells at about 1 to 6° C. for a storage period , the combination product comprising , consisting essentially of , or consisting of:(a) a container comprising, consisting essentially of, or consisting of a wall defining an interior chamber wherein at least a portion of the wall is made of polymeric material combined with a non-phthalate plasticizer;(b) a composition contained within said chamber, said composition comprising, consisting essentially of, or consisting of:adenine;dextrose;at least one non-metabolizable membrane-protectant sugar; anda pH buffering system, wherein the pH buffering system consists of a combination of physiologically acceptable buffering agents including at least one agent providing bicarbonate anions, at least one agent providing phosphate anions, and at least one agent providing sodium cations, wherein the aqueous composition is substantially free of exogenously derived chloride ions, wherein the pH buffering system is present in an amount sufficient for the composition to be operable to maintain a pH of a red blood cell (RBC) ...

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Номер записи: 88
09-07-2015 дата публикации

LIQUID-TRANSFER ADAPTER BEVELED SPIKE

Номер: US20150190311A1
Автор: SUND Julius C., Swanson Kevin D.
Принадлежит: Antares Pharma, Inc.

A liquid-transfer adapter operatively interposable between an injector and a vial is provided. The liquid-transfer has an injector engaging portion configured for fluidly coupling to an injector and a vial coupling. The vial coupling includes a spike that has a spike axis and a tip portion configured for piercing a septum of a vial. The tip portion includes a plurality of facets that meet each other at one or more edges and at least one of the one or more edges is sloped with respect to the spike axis. The spike defines a channel extending therethrough in fluid communication with the injector engaging portion. A channel opening is defined in at least one of the facets and disposed without interrupting the edges. 1. A liquid-transfer adapter operatively interposable between an injector and a vial , comprising:an injector engaging portion configured for fluidly coupling to an injector;a vial coupling including a spike that has a spike axis and a tip portion configured for piercing a septum of a vial, and a plurality of facets that are substantially flat bevels that meet each other at the tip, wherein each facet being sloped with respect to the spike axis, wherein one or more facets meet at one or more edges, at least one of the one or more edges being sloped with respect to the spike axis, the spike defining a channel extending therethrough in fluid communication with the injector engaging portion and including a channel opening defined in at least one of the facets and disposed without interrupting the edges; anda collar associated with the vial coupling configured to act as guide for engaging the liquid-transfer to the vial with the spike inserted therein.2. The liquid-transfer adapter of claim 1 , wherein the edges comprise junctions between the facets.3. The liquid-transfer adapter of claim 1 , wherein the edges comprise cutting surfaces configured for cutting the septum as the spike is pushed therethrough.4. The liquid-transfer adapter of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 89
14-07-2016 дата публикации

CLINICAL TESTING BLINDING TUBES AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160199256A1
Автор: Donschietz Michael T., Matzen Kevin M.
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A blinding tube assembly for concealing a drug delivery tube includes a blinding tube having a tubular sleeve that bounds a compartment and a tubular dispersing stem projecting from an end of the sleeve. A drug delivery tube is inserted into the compartment through and access opening opposite the dispersing stem. The drug delivery tube has a tubular body and a dispensing stem extending from a drug delivery end thereof. A tubular bushing is disposed about the dispensing stem such that when the drug delivery tube is inserted, the dispensing stem is received into the dispersing stem of the blinding tube with the bushing disposed therebetween. An annular end face of the dispensing stem is not visible through a dispersing opening in the dispersing stem from outside the blinding tube. 1. A blinding tube assembly for concealing a drug delivery tube having a tubular dispensing stem , the assembly comprising: a tubular sleeve having a first end with an access opening formed thereat and an opposing second end, the sleeve having an interior surface at least partially bounding a compartment; and', 'a tubular dispersing stem projecting from the second end of the tubular sleeve, the dispersing stem bounding a passage extending therethrough; and, 'a blinding tube comprisinga tubular bushing having a first end configured to be received within the passage of the dispersing stem and having an interior surface that bounds a throughway, the throughway being configured to receive the dispensing stem of the drug delivery tube such that when the drug delivery tube is received within the compartment of the blinding tube, the dispensing stem of the drug delivery tube can be fluid coupled to the dispersing stem of the blinding tube through the bushing.2. The blinding tube assembly of claim 1 , wherein the dispersing stem of the blinding tube comprises:an annular sidewall having an interior surface extending between a first end and an opposing second end, the first end being coupled with the ...

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Номер записи: 90
23-07-2015 дата публикации

Integrated medicine mixing interface

Номер: US20150202120A1
Автор: Bing Zhou, Hongyu Li, Ke Li, Liuying ZHAO, YU Qiu, Yuan Yuan
Принадлежит: Chongqing Lummy Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

An integrated medicine mixing interface comprising a medicine mixing mouth ( 1 ), hard double interfaces ( 2 ) and a medicine feed needle ( 3 ). The hard double interfaces ( 2 ) comprise a base ( 21 ), a medicine mixing interface ( 22 ) and an infusion interface ( 23 ). The medicine mixing mouth ( 1 ) and the medicine mixing interface ( 22 ) are integrated. When using the integrated medicine mixing interface, it is only necessary to weld the base ( 21 ) to the bag body of a soft infusion bag ( 11 ) and integrate the medicine mixing mouth ( 1 ) with the medicine mixing interface on the hard double interfaces ( 2 ) without adopting a hose connection and an easily folding handle, which not only reduces hose installation location, but also avoids welding leakage brought about by hose welding defects. Moreover, the structure is simple and the costs are low.

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Номер записи: 91
23-07-2015 дата публикации

PRESSURE-REGULATING VIAL ADAPTORS AND METHODS

Номер: US20150202121A1
Автор: Fangrow Thomas F., Seifert John M.
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In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor for removing liquid contents from a vial comprises a piercing member and a bag. The bag can be contained within the piercing member such that the bag is introduced to the vial when the vial adaptor is coupled with the vial. In some embodiments, the bag expands within the vial as liquid is removed from the vial via the adaptor, thereby regulating pressure within the vial. In other embodiments, a vial comprises a bag for regulating pressure within the vial as liquid is removed therefrom. In some embodiments, a vial adaptor is coupled with the vial in order to remove the liquid. In some embodiments, as the liquid is removed from the vial via the adaptor, the bag expands within the vial, and in other embodiments, the bag contracts within the vial. 1. A vial adaptor comprising:a housing portion configured to couple with the vial, the housing portion defining at least a portion of a regulator channel;a regulating enclosure portion in fluid communication with the regulator channel, wherein the regulating enclosure portion is configured to move between a first orientation in which at least a portion of the regulating enclosure portion is at least partially unexpanded or folded and a second orientation in which at least a portion of the regulating enclosure portion is at least partially expanded or unfolded when fluid is withdrawn from the vial;an input port in fluid communication with the regulator channel and configured to permit ambient air to enter the regulator channel;a medical connector interface configured to couple the adaptor with a medical device;a piercing member defining at least a distal portion of the regulator channel and at least a portion of an extractor channel; anda one-way valve inhibiting fluid communication from the regulator channel to ambient.2. The vial adaptor of claim 1 , further comprising a cap connector at least partially surrounding the piercing member claim 1 , the cap connector having at least one ...

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Номер записи: 92
25-09-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL CATHETER

Номер: US20140288384A1
Автор: Mulrooney Conor
Принадлежит: Phagenesis Limited

A catheter suitable for delivering an electric current to the body, in particular a catheter having electrodes that can be positioned independently of the main elongate shaft of the catheter. More particularly the catheters include a movable sleeve that incorporates the electrodes. A movable sleeve includes one or more electrodes and advances in the construction of the electrodes and related components is disclosed. Methods for positioning electrodes at a treatment site in the body for diagnostic or therapeutic applications, particularly electrical pharyngeal stimulation are also disclosed. 1. A catheter for delivering an electrical stimulus to the body comprisingi) an elongate shaft;ii) a sleeve incorporating one or more electrodes, the sleeve being movable along the elongate shaft such that the position of the sleeve is adjustable; andiii) a means to fix the sleeve to the elongate shaft once the sleeve is in position.2. The catheter as claimed in wherein the sleeve is removable from the elongate shaft.3. The catheter as claimed in wherein the elongate shaft incorporates at least one therapeutic or diagnostic function.4. The catheter as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sleeve further comprises a position indicator arranged to indicate when the sleeve is correctly positioned on the elongate shaft.5. The catheter as claimed in wherein the position indicator is a visual indicator on the sleeve and/or elongate shaft.6. The catheter as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the means to fix the sleeve is a reversible means.7. The catheter as claimed in wherein the means to fix the sleeve to the elongate shaft comprises a clip means.8. The catheter as claimed in wherein the clip means is reversible.9. The catheter as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the means to fix the sleeve is a compressible seal.10. The catheter as claimed in wherein the means to fix the sleeve to the elongate shaft is located at the proximal end of the sleeve.11. The catheter as claimed in wherein the means to ...

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Номер записи: 93
30-07-2015 дата публикации

Liquid drug transfer devices

Номер: US20150209230A1
Автор: Nimrod Lev, Niv Ben Shalom
Принадлежит: Medimop Medical Projects Ltd

Liquid drug transfer devices with universal drug vial adapters for use with a drug vial of a small drug vial and a large drug vial. Some universal drug vial adapters employ the same generally opposite upright flex members for clamping a small drug vial and a large drug vial. Other universal drug vial adapters include a set of minor flex members for clamping a small drug vial and a set of major flex members encircling the set of minor flex members for clamping a large drug vial whereupon the large drug vial underlies the set of minor flex members. Liquid drug transfer devices with a universal injection port connector for attachment on an injection port of an infusion bag.

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Номер записи: 94
30-07-2015 дата публикации

DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

Номер: US20150209233A1
Автор: Fukuoka Koji
Принадлежит: KOBAYASHI & CO., LTD.

This drug delivery device delivers a drug between a syringe barrel and a drug container, and, by enveloping the entire the drug container used in drug delivery, prevents exposure to hazardous drugs adhering to the drug container. This drug delivery device includes: a first member connected to the drug container on the side of a stopper; a second member connected to the first member and to the syringe barrel; and a third member connected to the first member and covering the drug container in a sealed state. The first member has a first hollow needle member and a drug container holder, and the second member has a second hollow needle member. The third member has an opening portion, a bottom surface portion where the drug container is stably mounted, and a flexible member which is connected to the opening portion and the bottom surface portion. 1. A drug delivery device that has a first member which is connected to a stopper side of a drug delivery device , a second member which is connected at one end thereof to said first member and which is connected at another end thereof to a syringe barrel , and a third device which is connected to the first member and which is for covering the drug container in a sealed state; and that carries out delivery of a drug between the drug container and the syringe barrel , the drug delivery device characterized in that: a first hollow needle member having a tip portion arranged so as to be directed toward the stopper side of the drug delivery device, and having a base portion arranged so as to be directed toward the second member, the base portion and the tip portion each being provided with a hole for delivery of the drug; and', 'a drug container gripping portion that allows a size of a region at which connection occurs to be varied in correspondence to a magnitude of an outside diameter at the drug container stopper portion, and that squeezes on and holds the drug container stopper;, 'the first member has'} 'a second hollow needle ...

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Номер записи: 95
30-07-2015 дата публикации

TWO-STAGE TEETHING MITTEN

Номер: US20150209240A1
Автор: Steward Julie K.
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A two-stage teething mitten is provided that includes a fabric pocket defining an interior cavity adapted to enclose an infant hand. An opening is provided in the pocket to accommodate the insertion of an infant hand into the interior cavity. An elongate strap is positioned on the pocket adjacent the opening for detachably securing about the circumference of a wrist of the infant hand. A detachable teething member, which may take the form of a sleeve dimensioned to partially enclose the pocket, a teething ruff that may be attached to the elongate strap, or a second replacement fabric pocket, is provided. 1. A teething mitten , comprising:a first fabric pocket defining an interior cavity adapted to enclose an infant hand;an opening in the first fabric pocket to accommodate the insertion of the infant hand into the interior cavity;an elongate strap adjacent the opening for detachably securing the teething mitten about the circumference of a wrist of the infant hand; anda teething member removably attachable to the teething mitten, the teething member having an exterior surface that is at least partially texturized.2. The teething mitten of wherein the teething member is a detachable sleeve dimensioned to partially enclose the first fabric pocket claim 1 , the detachable sleeve being closed at one end claim 1 , and having an opening at the other end through in which the fabric pocket is inserted.3. The teething mitten of further comprising at least one fastener for maintaining the detachable sleeve in a position overlying a portion of the first fabric pocket.4. The teething mitten of claim 2 , wherein the detachable sleeve is fabricated from silicon.5. The teething mitten of wherein the texturized exterior surface of the detachable sleeve is a plurality of raised projections.6. The teething mitten of wherein the elongate strap has opposed ends removably connectable to each other.7. The teething mitten of wherein the opposed ends are removably connectable to each other ...

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Номер записи: 96
21-07-2016 дата публикации

PACIFIER WITH SANITIZING COMPONENT

Номер: US20160206518A1
Автор: Bosco Marie
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A pacifier comprising a guard, having a first surface and an opposing second surface, the second surface having a threaded connector, a nipple attached to and outwardly extending from the first surface of the guard, a detachable cleaning component, having an opening and an interior surface, and a plurality of bristles attached to the interior surface and extending inwardly, where the opening is configured to receive the threaded connector, sealingly connecting the guard and the cleaning component. A method of using the pacifier comprising separating the guard from the cleaning component, inserting the nipple into the cleaning component through the opening, moving the nipple within the cleaning component, such that the bristles contact the nipple, removing the nipple from the cleaning component; and sealing the cleaning component to the guard. 1. A pacifier comprising:a. a guard, having a first surface and an opposing second surface, the second surface having a threaded connector;b. a nipple attached to and outwardly extending from the first surface of the guard;c. a detachable cleaning component, having an opening and an interior surface; andd. a plurality of bristles attached to the interior surface and extending inwardly;wherein the opening is configured to receive the threaded connector, sealingly connecting the guard and the cleaning component.2. The pacifier of claim 1 , wherein the detachable cleaning component is cylindrical.3. The pacifier of claim 1 , wherein the nipple is elongated in shape and includes a bulbous end portion extending away from the guard.4. The pacifier of claim 1 , wherein the nipple is a flexible material selected from the group consisting of plastic claim 1 , silicon claim 1 , latex claim 1 , rubber claim 1 , or a combination thereof.5. The pacifier of claim 1 , wherein the guard is curved to comfortably fit over an infant's lips.6. The pacifier of claim 1 , further comprising a strap for holding the pacifier.7. The pacifier of claim 3 ...

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Номер записи: 97
02-10-2014 дата публикации

Connector for a Drug Delivery Device Reservoir

Номер: US20140290792A1
Автор: Avery Richard James Vincent, Butler Joseph
Принадлежит: SANOFI-AVENTIS DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

A connector for use with a reservoir. The connector comprises a main body defining a bore extending from a proximal end to a distal end of the main body. The bore is configured for receiving the reservoir. An inner wall extends from the proximal end to the distal end. At least a portion of the inner wall is configured for attachment to an outer surface of the reservoir. An outer wall extends from the proximal end and the distal end. The outer wall is configured for attachment to a drug delivery device. In one arrangement, the outer wall is configured for attachment to a cartridge holder of the drug delivery device. 1. An assembly comprising a reservoir and a connector for use with the reservoir said connector comprising a body configured for attachment to the reservoir , wherein the connector is adapted to be attached to a proximal portion of the reservoir and wherein a heat shrink label is positioned over a portion of said reservoir and said connector so that said heat shrink label maintains said connector on said reservoir.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said heat shrink label terminates on or in a groove provided by said connector.3. The assembly of wherein the body comprises a main body defining a bore extending from a proximal end to a distal end of said main body claim 1 , said bore configured for receiving said reservoir claim 1 , an inner wall extending from said proximal end to said distal end claim 1 , at least a portion of said inner wall configured for attachment to an outer surface of the reservoir claim 1 , and an outer wall extending from said proximal end and said distal end claim 1 , said outer wall configured for attachment to or cooperation with a drug delivery device.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the connector is a multi-component connector claim 1 , wherein the body comprises an inner body configured for frictional attachment to an outer surface of said reservoir claim 1 , and wherein the body comprises an outer body having a ...

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Номер записи: 98
02-10-2014 дата публикации

MEDICAL INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20140291324A1
Автор: IMAI Masaomi
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A medical instrument configured to cover at least a mouth section of a medical container that includes a container body with the mouth section at a distal end and a sealing member that seals the mouth section, includes: a cap comprising a cylindrical body; an adapter; and a proximal-end side structure body. The medical device is configured such that, when screw-engagement between a second cap-side screw-engaged portion and a proximal-end side screw-engaged portion is released by rotating the cap around a center axis, the adapter moves in the proximal-end direction while being prevented from rotating by a guide portion, thereby allowing an adapter-side screw-engaged portion to be detached from a first cap-side screw-engaged portion, and further allowing a hollow needle to penetrate the sealing member so that an inside of the container body communicates with an outside via the hollow needle. 1. A medical instrument configured to cover at least a mouth section of a medical container that includes a container body with the mouth section at a distal end and a sealing member that seals the mouth section , the medical instrument comprising: a first cap-side screw-engaged portion that includes a first screw portion formed in a spiral shape around a center axis of the cylindrical body on an inner peripheral side of the cylindrical body, and', 'a second cap-side screw-engaged portion that includes a second screw portion formed in a spiral shape around the center axis of the cylindrical body proximal of the first cap-side screw-engaged portion on an outer peripheral side of the cylindrical body or on the inner peripheral side of the cylindrical body;, 'a cap comprising a cylindrical body that includes an adapter-side screw-engaged portion, and', 'a hollow needle configured to penetrate the sealing member,', 'the adapter-side screw-engaged portion being movable in a proximal-end direction inside the cap and configured to be screw-engaged with the first cap-side screw-engaged ...

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Номер записи: 99
02-10-2014 дата публикации

FLUID DETECTION IN AN ENTERAL FEEDING SET

Номер: US20140296775A1
Автор: Byrd William J., Hudson Joseph A., Lewis Thomas G.
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Detection of fluid conditions in an administration set. A light source is positioned to transmit an infrared light through administration set tubing and any fluid therein. A light sensor senses the infrared light transmitted through the tubing and generates an output signal. A frequency of the output signal is a function of an intensity of the light transmitted through the tubing. A processor receives and determines the frequency of the output signal, and compares the determined frequency to threshold frequency values to determine whether fluid is in the tubing. The processor also monitors the generated output signal to determine if the frequency of the output signal changes over time, and determines whether fluid is flowing in the tubing as a function of the determined change in frequency. 129-. (canceled)30. A system for detecting fluid in a feeding tube , said system comprising:a light source transmitting light through the feeding tube and any fluid therein;a sensor sensing an intensity of the light transmitted through the feeding tube and through any fluid therein and generating an output signal having a frequency, wherein the frequency of the output signal is a function of the sensed intensity of the light transmitted through the feeding tube; anda processor receiving the generated output signal and determining the frequency of the generated output signal, wherein said processor is configured to compare the determined frequency of the generated output signal to one or more threshold frequency ranges stored in a memory, and determine whether the feeding tube has fluid as a function of the determined frequency as compared to the threshold frequency ranges.31. The system of claim 30 , wherein the processor determines-whether the feeding tube has no fluid claim 30 , clear fluid claim 30 , or non-clear fluid as a function of the determined frequency as compared to the threshold frequency ranges.32. The system of claim 31 , wherein the processor determines no fluid ...

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Номер записи: 100