Antiseptic cap with thread cover

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger.

Medicant injection device

A medicant injection device includes a compressible body, a tip, and an outer luer body. The compressible body has a proximal end, a distal end, and a plurality of bellows, and defines an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant. The tip is positioned at the proximal end of the compressible body. The outer luer body includes internal threads, and is positioned over and engaged with the tip to form a first fitting therewith. The first fitting is configured to be connected with a second fitting. A medicant injection device includes a compressible body having first and second arms, a receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity, and a first fitting configured to engage a second fitting. The compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the distal end of the first and second arm toward each other.

Antiseptic line cap

An antiseptic cap assembly for use with a connector includes a cap with a base and an annular portion extending from the base. The annular portion defines a first chamber having an open end. The cap is made of an absorbent material. The antiseptic cap assembly also includes a cap holder having a generally cylindrical sidewall defining a second chamber sized to receive the cap.

Antiseptic cap equipped syringe

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.

Antiseptic cap with antiseptic

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger.

Method of cleaning and covering an access site

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger.

Antiseptic cap equipped syringe

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. An antiseptic cap and syringe combination includes a syringe barrel having an access point connection, and a tip cap having a proximate chamber and a distal chamber. The proximate chamber releasably receives and engages the access point connection of the syringe, and the distal chamber removably receives and engages an antiseptic cap.

Syringe assembly with antiseptic cap and method of cleaning and covering an access site

The syringe assembly with an antiseptic cap comprises a syringe pole having a first end, a second end opposite to the first end, and the antiseptic cap. The first end has a housing, and the housing has a first wall limiting a first chamber. The antiseptic cap is disposed in the first chamber and has an access site contact surface. The antiseptic cap has a second general cylindrical side wall limiting a second chamber, the second general cylindrical side wall has a cylindrical external surface, and the second general cylindrical side wall has an interior surface having a group of threads. The threads extend along one portion of the interior surface. The access site contact surface has antiseptic materials. The antiseptic cap has a plurality of spines separated along the periphery. The spines extend radically from the most external circumferential surface of the antiseptic cap on the second general cylindrical side wall and extend axially from the circumferential surface of the most external ...

Antiseptic Cap with Antiseptic

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. 1. (canceled)2. An antiseptic cap for an access site comprising:a housing having a generally cylindrical side wall defining a chamber having an open upper end and an end wall closing the opposite end,the generally cylindrical side wall having an inner surface with threads extending along a portion of the inner surface; andan antiseptic material coated on the inner surface of the generally cylindrical side wall.3. The cap of claim 2 , further comprising an antiseptic coating on an external surface of the generally cylindrical side wall.4. The cap of claim 2 , further comprising an actuating post extending from the end wall of the housing claim 2 , the actuating post having an antiseptic coating thereon.5. The cap of claim 4 , further comprising a plurality of ribs extending radially outward from and axially along the generally cylindrical side wall.6. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the antiseptic material is coated on the inner surface of the generally cylindrical side wall by immersion of the inner surface into an antiseptic solution.7. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the antiseptic material is coated on the inner surface of the generally cylindrical side wall by spray coating the inner surface with an antiseptic solution.8. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the antiseptic material is coated on the inner surface of the generally cylindrical side wall by blending an antiseptic solution or material into a polymeric material and forming the inner surface therefrom.9. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the antiseptic material comprises a metal.10. The cap of claim 9 , wherein the metal is silver.11. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the antiseptic material comprises an alcohol.12. The cap of claim 11 , wherein the alcohol is isopropanol.13. ...

METHOD OF CLEANING AND COVERING AN ACCESS SITE

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. 1. A method of cleaning and covering an access site , the method comprising the steps of:flushing an access site with a solution;removing a sealing cover on a container having a threaded cap, the threaded cap having an antiseptic fluid therein;threading the cap onto the access site with the cap positioned in the container;withdrawing the container from the cap; andallowing the cap to remain on and cover the access site.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cap includes a sponge and the antiseptic fluid is retained in the sponge claim 1 , the sponge contacting the access site when the cap is threaded on the access site.3. The method of further comprising the step of storing the container and the cap in a syringe.4. The method of further comprising the step of removing the container and the cap from the syringe after engaging the cap with the access site.5. The method of further comprising the step of retaining antiseptic fluid within the cap by sealing the cap with a thread cover engaging the access site.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the step of threading the cap onto the access site with the cap positioned in the container includes the step of preventing relative rotational movement between the syringe and the cap to ensure common rotational movement about a common axis.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of flushing an access site with a solution comprises flushing an access site with a solution delivered by a syringe.8. A method of cleaning and covering an access site claim 6 , the method comprising the steps of:flushing an access site with a solution delivered by a syringe;removing a sealing cover on a container having a threaded cap with a thread cover, the threaded cap having an antiseptic fluid ...

Antiseptic Line Cap

An antiseptic cap assembly for use with a connector includes a cap with a base and an annular portion extending from the base. The annular portion defines a first chamber having an open end. The cap is made of an absorbent material. The antiseptic cap assembly also includes a cap holder having a generally cylindrical sidewall defining a second chamber sized to receive the cap. 1. An antiseptic cap for use with a connector , comprising:a cap having a base and an annular portion extending from the base, the annular portion defining a chamber having an open end, the cap being made of an absorbent material.2. The antiseptic cap of claim 1 , wherein the cap is made of porous plastic material.3. The antiseptic cap of claim 2 , wherein at least a portion of the cap includes an antiseptic fluid.4. The antiseptic cap of claim 3 , wherein the annular portion includes a plurality of threads.5. The antiseptic cap of claim 4 , wherein the annular portion includes a rim defining the open end claim 4 , the annular portion being tapered such that the annular portion narrows from the rim toward the base.6. The antiseptic cap of claim 1 , wherein the annular portion is hydrophilic claim 1 , and the base is hydrophobic.7. The antiseptic cap of claim 1 , wherein the cap includes a center plug extending from the base and positioned within the annular portion of the cap.8. The antiseptic cap of claim 1 , wherein the cap includes a center insert integrally connected therewith claim 1 , the center insert protruding from the base of the cap claim 1 , and positioned within the annular portion of the cap.9. The antiseptic cap of claim 8 , wherein the center insert is made from a porous plastic material.10. The antiseptic cap of claim 1 , further comprising an antiseptic chamber attached to the base of the cap claim 1 , the antiseptic chamber including a continuous sidewall and an end wall.11. The antiseptic cap of claim 10 , wherein the antiseptic chamber includes an absorbent material ...

Antiseptic Cap Equipped Syringe

A syringe assembly including: () a syringe barrel defining a chamber; () a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and () a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe. 1. An antiseptic cap and syringe combination comprising:a cap holder assembly comprising an antiseptic cap disposed in a cap holder and enclosed therein by a cover; anda syringe plunger having a chamber at a proximal end, the chamber defined by a sidewall having a peripheral proximal end defining an opening, and a distal bottom, and wherein an interior edge in the sidewall and bottom defines at least one aperture providing access to the chamber.2. The antiseptic cap and syringe combination of claim 1 , wherein the chamber of the syringe plunger comprises a plurality of circumferentially spaced ribs.3. The antiseptic cap and syringe combination of claim 2 , wherein the cap holder comprises a bulge in an outer surface of the cap holder claim 2 , and the plurality of circumferentially spaced ribs comprise at least one groove for removably receiving the bulge.4. The antiseptic cap and syringe combination of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of circumferentially spaced ribs further comprise a second groove positioned between the first groove and a proximal end of the chamber.5. The antiseptic cap and syringe combination of claim 1 , wherein the plunger comprises a plurality of support walls extending longitudinally along the plunger claim 1 , and wherein one or more of the support walls has a recessed area extending longitudinally along a peripheral edge thereof.6. The antiseptic cap and syringe combination of claim 1 , wherein the plunger further comprises a first set of support walls at a distal portion of the plunger claim 1 , and a second set of support walls at a proximal portion of the plunger claim 1 , the second set of support walls including two walls flanking the aperture in the chamber claim 1 , the two walls ...

Caps for Cannula Access Devices

An antiseptic cap and packaging for use with a connector are provided. The antiseptic cap includes a material containing an antiseptic solution. Upon application of the cap to the connector, the material compresses thereby releasing the antiseptic solution. Packaging of the antiseptic cap typically includes a cap holder and a lid. A user could remove the cap from the cap holder before applying it to a connector. Alternatively, the cap holder may be used to apply the cap to the connector.

Antiseptic Dead-End Cap

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface. 1. An antiseptic dead-end cap for use with a connector , comprising:a base having first and second sides;a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base and having an outer surface and an inner surface;a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, having an outer surface and an inner surface, and positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber;a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base, having an outer surface and an inner surface, and defining a second chamber having an open end, the second chamber further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug; andan antiseptic material on at least one of the inner surface of the first annular wall, the inner surface of the second annular wall, the outer surface of the second annular wall, and the outer surface of the cylindrical center plug.2. The antiseptic dead-end cap of claim 1 , wherein the antiseptic material comprises a metal.3. The antiseptic dead-end cap of claim 2 , wherein the metal is silver.4. The antiseptic dead-end cap of claim 1 , wherein the antiseptic material ...

DISINFECTING MOUTH GUARD FOR VAP PREVENTION

The mouth guard includes first and second side walls, first and second curved walls, and a central wall having a top and a bottom surface. The curved walls are connected to the sidewalls, such that they define a periphery of the mouth guard. The central wall extends between the first and second sidewalls, and the first and second curved walls. The mouth guard includes top and bottom channels for receiving a patient's upper and lower teeth, respectively. First and second protrusions extend from the top surface of the central wall, and a first tube channel is formed between the first and second protrusions. A second tube channel is formed in the central wall and is connected with the first tube channel. An opening is formed in the curved walls and is in communication with the second tube channel. The first and second channels, and the opening receive an intubation tube. 1. A mouth guard , comprising:first and second side walls;first and second curved walls connected to the first and second side walls, the side walls and the curved walls defining a periphery of the mouth guard;a central wall having a top surface and a bottom surface, the central wall extending between the first and second sidewalls, and the first and second curved walls;a top channel for receiving a patient's upper teeth;a bottom channel for receiving a patient's lower teeth;first and second protrusions extending from the top surface of the central wall;a first tube channel formed between the first and second protrusions;a second tube channel formed in the central wall and connected with the first tube channel; andan opening formed in the first and second curved walls and in communication with the second tube channel,wherein the first and second channels, and the opening receive an intubation tube.2. The mouth guard of claim 1 , further comprising a slit extending through the curved walls to the opening claim 1 ,wherein the slit separates to allow a tube to slide into the opening, and closes when the ...

Antiseptic Cap with Antiseptic

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. 1. An antiseptic cap for an access site comprising:a housing having a generally cylindrical side wall defining a chamber having an open upper end and an end wall closing the opposite end,the generally cylindrical side wall having an inner surface with threads extending along a portion of the inner surface; andan antiseptic material impregnated into the housing.2. The cap of claim 1 , wherein the impregnated antiseptic material is present on an external surface of the generally cylindrical side wall.3. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the impregnated antiseptic material is chlorhexidine.4. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the impregnated antiseptic material is silver.5. An antiseptic cap equipped plunger assembly comprising:a plunger rod having a first end and second end opposed to the first end, the first end having a housing with a first wall defining a first chamber; andan antiseptic cap positioned within the first chamber, the antiseptic cap having a second generally cylindrical side wall defining a second chamber, the second generally cylindrical side wall having an outer cylindrical surface, the second generally cylindrical side wall having an inner surface with threads extending along a portion of the inner surface, and an antiseptic material impregnated into the antiseptic cap.6. The assembly of claim 5 , wherein the impregnated antiseptic material is present on the outer cylindrical surface of the second generally cylindrical side wall.7. The assembly of claim 5 , wherein the impregnated antiseptic material is chlorhexidine.8. The assembly of claim 5 , wherein the impregnated antiseptic material is silver.9. The assembly of claim 5 , wherein the antiseptic cap is molded from a resin and the antiseptic material is ...

STRIP PACKAGE FOR ANTISEPTIC CAP

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap. 1. (canceled)2. A strip package for carrying at least two cap assemblies configured to disinfect one or more access sites , the strip package comprising: a cap holder comprising a holder outer wall and a holder inner surface forming a chamber, the chamber having an open end and a closed end, and', 'an antiseptic cap configured to be positioned within the chamber of the cap holder, the antiseptic cap comprising a sidewall forming a cap chamber and an antiseptic substance within the cap chamber; and, 'at least two cap assemblies, each of the at least two cap assemblies comprisinga strip extending over and forming a seal with each of the cap holders of each of the at least two cap assemblies, the strip comprising a perforation configured to allow a user to individually separate one or more of the at least two cap assemblies from the strip package along the perforation such that the seal with each of the one or more separated cap assemblies is maintained.3. The strip package of claim 2 , wherein the strip includes a hole.4. The strip package of claim 2 , wherein each of the seals comprises a thermal bond.5. The strip package of claim 2 , wherein each of the seals comprises an adhesive bond.6. The strip package of claim 2 , wherein each of the seals comprises a mechanical connection.7. The strip package of claim 2 ...

Disinfectant Caps

Disinfectant caps and packaging for use with a medical device (e.g., connector, luer access device, etc.) are disclosed herein. The disinfectant caps apply the antiseptic fluid (e.g., disinfectant) directly onto the surface of the medical device. The disinfectant cap for disinfecting a surface of a medical device comprises a cap body having a bottom wall and a sidewall extending therefrom, the sidewall defining a top opening, antiseptic fluid contained within the cap body, and a deformable top wall connected to the cap body, the top wall movable from a first position sealing the antiseptic fluid within the cap body to a second position releasing the antiseptic fluid from the cap body. 1. A disinfectant cap for disinfecting a surface of a medical device , comprising:a cap body having a bottom wall and a sidewall extending therefrom, the sidewall defining a top opening;antiseptic fluid contained within the cap body; anda top wall connected to the cap body, the top wall deformable from a first position sealing the antiseptic fluid within the cap body to a second position releasing the antiseptic fluid from the cap body.2. The disinfectant cap of claim 1 , wherein the bottom wall of the cap body is inwardly deformable from a first convex orientation to a second concave orientation.3. The disinfectant cap of claim 2 , wherein the bottom wall of the cap body includes a bulb integrally formed with the cap body.4. The disinfectant cap of claim 1 , wherein the top wall comprises a cover.5. The disinfectant cap of claim 4 , further comprising a removable film attached to a top surface of the cover.6. The disinfectant cap of claim 5 , wherein the cap body further comprises a neck extending from the sidewall claim 5 , the circumference of the neck being smaller than the circumference of the sidewall.7. The disinfectant cap of claim 6 , wherein the neck includes a flange extending from a top of the neck claim 6 , and the cover includes a planar circular top portion with a ...

ANTISEPTIC CAP

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe. 1. An antiseptic medical cap comprising:a base comprising a proximal surface and a distal surface;a sidewall extending distally from the base, the sidewall comprising a proximal end and a distal end;an interior surface extending around the interior of the sidewall and the distal surface of the base, the interior surface forming a chamber that is sized and shaped so as to be capable of receiving and surrounding a proximal end of a medical fluid port with an opening; andan insert extending distally from the distal surface of the proximal base beyond the distal end of the sidewall, the insert being sized and shaped to be positionable within the opening of the fluid port when the proximal end of the fluid port is received into the chamber of the antiseptic cap;wherein the insert includes a gas-releasing anti-microbial compound.2. A combination of the antiseptic medical cap of and the medical fluid port.3. The combination of claim 2 , wherein the medical fluid port is an access site with a valve.4. The combination of claim 3 , wherein the insert is a post configured to open the valve of the access site when the medical fluid port is received within the chamber of the antiseptic cap.5. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the interior surface of the antiseptic medical cap comprises threads configured to mate with corresponding threads on the fluid port.6. An antiseptic medical cap comprising:a proximal base comprising a proximal surface and a distal surface;a sidewall extending distally from the proximal base, the sidewall comprising a proximal end and a distal end;a chamber formed by an inner surface extending around the proximal base and the sidewall, the chamber being sized and shaped so as to be capable ...

Antiseptic cap

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface.

Medicant Injection Device

A medicant injection device includes a compressible body, a tip, and an outer luer body. The compressible body has a proximal end, a distal end, and a plurality of bellows, and defines an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant. The tip is positioned at the proximal end of the compressible body. The outer luer body includes internal threads, and is positioned over and engaged with the tip to form a first fitting therewith. The first fitting is configured to be connected with a second fitting. A medicant injection device includes a compressible body having first and second arms, a receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity, and a first fitting configured to engage a second fitting. The compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the distal end of the first and second arm toward each other. 118-. (canceled)19. A medicant injection device , comprising:a compressible body including a first arm having a proximal end and a distal end,and a second arm having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the first arm and the second arm are connected at their respective proximal end forming a proximal base;a receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant; anda first fitting positioned at the proximal base and configured to engage a second fitting,wherein the compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the distal end of the first arm and the distal end of the second arm toward each other such that the liquid medicant contained in the receptacle is ejected from the first fitting when the compressible body is compressed.20. The medicant injection device of claim 19 , wherein the receptacle comprises a bag claim 19 , andwherein the first fitting is a first luer fitting.21. The medicant injection device of claim 20 , wherein the receptacle comprises one of polyethylene terephthalate claim 20 , polyethylene claim 20 , foil claim 20 , or linear low ...

ANTISEPTIC CAP

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe. 1contacting a cap holder of a cap holder assembly, at a bottom surface thereof, through an aperture in the chamber;urging, through the aperture, the cap holder assembly out of the chamber;removing the cap holder assembly from the syringe plunger; andstoring the cap holder assembly for use in the future.. A method of using an antiseptic cap disposed on a plunger of a syringe having a chamber at a proximal end, comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/637,998, filed on Jun. 29, 2017, which is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/799,022, filed on Jul. 14, 2015, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,707,350, which is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/547,650, filed on Jul. 12, 2012, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,259,535, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/288,529, filed on Nov. 3, 2011, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,700,710, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/214,526, filed on Jun. 19, 2008, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,707,348, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/821,190 filed on Jun. 22, 2007, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,167,847, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/815,806 filed on Jun. 22, 2006, and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/288,529 is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/821,190 filed on Jun. 22, 2007, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,167,847, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/815,806 filed on Jun. 22, 2006, the entire disclosures of each of which are all expressly incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to an antiseptic cap equipped syringe, and more ...

ANTISEPTIC CAP

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface. 1. (canceled)2. An antiseptic cap comprising:a rigid housing comprising a housing bottom wall and a housing sidewall extending from the housing bottom wall;a non-threaded interior surface portion extending at least partially along the housing sidewall and at least partially surrounding an interior chamber and an opening into the interior chamber, the interior surface portion being compressible and being configured to securely attach the antiseptic cap to a medical device;an antiseptic liquid being positioned within the rigid housing; anda seal being removably attached to an outer surface of the rigid housing and extending over the interior chamber such that the cleaning material is exposed upon removal of the seal.3. The antiseptic cap of claim 2 , wherein the interior surface portion is separate from the rigid housing.4. The antiseptic cap of claim 2 , wherein the interior surface portion is configured to attach to a threaded portion of the medical device.5. The antiseptic cap of claim 2 , wherein the interior surface portion is configured to expand and receive the medical device when the antiseptic cap is ...

MEDICANT INJECTION DEVICE

A medicant injection device includes a compressible body, a tip, and an outer luer body. The compressible body has a proximal end, a distal end, and a plurality of bellows, and defines an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant. The tip is positioned at the proximal end of the compressible body. The outer luer body includes internal threads, and is positioned over and engaged with the tip to form a first fitting therewith. The first fitting is configured to be connected with a second fitting. A medicant injection device includes a compressible body having first and second arms, a receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity, and a first fitting configured to engage a second fitting. The compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the distal end of the first and second arm toward each other. 1. A medicant injection device , comprising:a compressible body having a proximal end and a distal end, the compressible body defining an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant;a tip positioned at the proximal end of the compressible body; andan outer luer body positioned over and engaged with the tip, the tip and the outer luer body form a first fitting configured to be connected with a second fitting.2. The medicant injection device of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of bellows located between the proximal end and the distal end.3. The medicant injection device of claim 1 , wherein the outer luer body includes internal threading.4. The medicant injection device of claim 1 , wherein the tip is integrally formed with the compressible body.5. The medicant injection device of claim 1 , wherein the outer luer body engages the tip with a snap fit to form the first fitting claim 1 , and wherein the first fitting is a first luer fitting.6. The medicant injection device of claim 5 , wherein the tip includes an external shoulder and the outer luer body includes an internal annular ridge claim 5 , the internal annular ...

CAPS TO PROVIDE A PHYSICAL BARRIER TO AN ACCESS SITE OF A MEDICAL CONNECTOR

Caps and packaging for use with a medical device (e.g., connector, luer access device, etc.) are disclosed herein. The caps can be applied to a surface of a medical device and can comprise a cap body having a bottom wall and a sidewall extending therefrom, the sidewall defining a top opening, a fluid contained within the cap body, and a deformable top wall connected to the cap body, the top wall movable from a first position sealing the fluid within the cap body to a second position releasing the fluid from the cap body. 1. (canceled)2. A cap for engaging sidewalls of a medical connector to provide a physical barrier to an access site of the medical connector , the cap comprising: a bottom wall; and', 'a sidewall extending from the bottom wall and being configured to engage a sidewall of a medical connector to secure the cap to the medical connector such that the cap is configured to remain removably engaged to the medical connector and to provide a physical barrier to an access site of the medical connector;, 'a cap body comprisingan antiseptic material being positioned within the cap body; anda dome insert being positioned within the cap body, the dome insert comprising an apex including a hole extending through the apex, the dome insert being deformable to selectively facilitate passage of the antiseptic material through the hole and the apex.3. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the dome insert and at least a portion of the cap body define a chamber claim 2 , and wherein the antiseptic material is positioned within the chamber.4. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the dome insert is integrally formed with the cap body.5. The cap of claim 2 , further comprising a removable film attached to a top surface of the cap body.6. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the medical connector is a luer access device.7. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the antiseptic material comprises alcohol.8. The cap of claim 2 , wherein the cap body further comprises threads at least partially along an interior ...

Swab Devices

A device for cleaning access devices includes a body with a first opposing side, a second opposing side, and a closed end. The body defines a space for retaining a pad, such as an alcohol prep pad. The pad could contain an antiseptic, disinfectant, etc. The device could include a housing configured to engage an access device, such as a luer access device. 1. A device for cleaning access devices , comprising:a body with a first opposing side, a second opposing side, and a closed end, the body defining a space for retaining a disinfectant; anda housing configured to engage an access device.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the body has a protrusion angled toward the closed end to allow one way entry of the pad into the body.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the protrusion includes teeth to pierce the pad to expose the disinfectant.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the body includes a wicking material for absorbing the disinfectant.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the wicking material includes cellulose.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing is positioned at the closed end of the body.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the body includes a bifurcated top surface and an opening for receiving the access device.8. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a living hinge connecting the first opposing side to the second opposing side.9. The device of claim 8 , wherein the housing is formed when the first opposing side is adjacent the second opposing side.10. The device of claim 9 , wherein the first opposing side and the second opposing side cooperate to form the pocket when the first opposing side is adjacent the second opposing side.11. A device for cleaning access devices claim 9 , comprising:a body including an upper surface and a lower surface, the body including a disinfecting pad, the upper surface including an annular ring and a central portion being pierceable by insertion of a luer access device, the lower surface including a pouch.12. The device of ...

STRIP PACKAGE FOR ANTISEPTIC CAP

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap. 1an outer seal engaged to a cap holder; and an inner seal arranged substantially concentric with respect to said outer seal, said inner seal engaged to an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder.. A package for a cap assembly comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/102,597, filed on Aug. 13, 2018, and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,821,278 on Nov. 3, 2020, which is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/703,134, filed on May 4, 2015, and issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,046,156 on Aug. 14, 2018, which claims the priority of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/987,981, filed May 2, 2014, the entire disclosure of each of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates to an antiseptic cap having a thread cover to enhance a seal between the cap and an access site to a body of a mammal. More particularly the invention relates to an antiseptic cap for attaching to an access site of an indwelling, central venous catheter and having a thread cover to enhance a seal between the cap and the access site.Catheters are widely used to treat patients requiring a variety of medical procedures. Catheters can either be acute, or temporary, for short-term use or chronic for long-term treatment. ...

Antiseptic Cap Equipped Syringe

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.

STRIP PACKAGE FOR ANTISEPTIC CAP

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap. 1. A package for a cap assembly comprising:an outer seal engaged to a cap holder; and an inner seal arranged substantially concentric with respect to said outer seal, said inner seal engaged to an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder.2. The package of claim 1 , further comprising a strip including at least two of said outer seals and at least two of said inner seals.3. The package of claim 2 , wherein said strip includes a hole.4. The package of claim 1 , wherein an unsealed portion is located between said outer seal and said inner seal.5. A strip package comprising:at least two cap assemblies, each of said at least two cap assemblies including a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in said cap holder, said antiseptic cap including a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within said chamber; anda strip extending over said at least two cap assemblies, said strip including a first seal engaged to said cap holder and a second seal engaged to said antiseptic cap.6. The strip package of claim 5 , wherein each of said at least two cap assemblies is individually removable from said strip.7. The strip package of claim 6 , wherein said first seal is between said strip and said cap holder claim 6 , and said second seal is between said strip and said antiseptic cap.8. The strip package of ...

ANTISEPTIC CAP EQUIPPED SYRINGE

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe. 1contacting a cap holder of a cap holder assembly, at a bottom surface thereof, through an aperture in the chamber;urging, through the aperture, the cap holder assembly out of the chamber;removing the cap holder assembly from the syringe plunger; andstoring the cap holder assembly for use in the future.. A method of using an antiseptic cap disposed on a plunger of a syringe having a chamber at a proximal end, comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/547,650, filed on Jul. 12, 2012, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/288,529, filed on Nov. 3, 2011, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/214,526, filed on Jun. 19, 2008, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/821,190 filed on Jun. 22, 2007, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,167,847, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/815,806 filed on Jun. 22, 2006, and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/288,529 is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/821,190 filed on Jun. 22, 2007, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,167,847, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/815,806 filed on Jun. 22, 2006, the entire disclosures of which are all expressly incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to an antiseptic cap equipped syringe, and more specifically to antiseptic caps disposed on syringes.Catheters are widely used to treat patients requiring a variety of medical procedures. Catheters can either be acute, or temporary, for short-term use or chronic for long-term treatment. Catheters are commonly inserted into central veins (such as the vena cava) from peripheral vein sites to ...

CAPS FOR NEEDLELESS CONNECTORS

An antiseptic cap and packaging for use with a connector are provided. The antiseptic cap includes a material containing an antiseptic solution. Upon application of the cap to the connector, the material compresses thereby releasing the antiseptic solution. Packaging of the antiseptic cap typically includes a cap holder and a lid. A user could remove the cap from the cap holder before applying it to a connector. Alternatively, the cap holder may be used to apply the cap to the connector. 161.-. (canceled)62. An antiseptic cap for use with an access site , the antiseptic cap comprising:a cap body comprising a sidewall at least partially defining an opening and a chamber configured to receive an access site;an antiseptic material contained within the cap body; and a hinge section, and', 'at least two side portions,', 'wherein the at least two side portions are each configured to move relative to the hinge section as the clip transitions between the first position and the second position., 'a clip being engaged with the cap body and having a first position and a second position, the clip being configured to be releasably engaged with at least a portion of the access site when in the second position, the clip being biased towards the second position, the clip comprising63. The antiseptic cap of claim 62 , wherein each of the at least two side portions comprises:a first portion configured to facilitate transition of the clip between the first position and the second position, anda second portion configured to be releasably engaged with the access site when the clip is in the second position.64. The antiseptic cap of claim 63 , wherein the second portion of each of the at least two side portions comprises an engagement protrusion.65. The antiseptic cap of claim 63 , wherein the first portion and the second portion of each of the at least two side portions are configured to pivot about the hinge section of the clip when force is applied to the first portion.66. The ...

Medicant Injection Device

A medicant injection device includes a compressible body, a tip, and an outer luer body. The compressible body has a proximal end, a distal end, and a plurality of bellows, and defines an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant. The tip is positioned at the proximal end of the compressible body. The outer luer body includes internal threads, and is positioned over and engaged with the tip to form a first fitting therewith. The first fitting is configured to be connected with a second fitting. A medicant injection device includes a compressible body having first and second arms, a receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity, and a first fitting configured to engage a second fitting. The compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the distal end of the first and second arm toward each other. 126.-. (canceled)27. A medicant injection device , comprising:a compressible body including a first arm and a second arm, wherein the first and second arms are connected at a base region of the compressible body and are spaced apart at a compressible region opposite the base region, the compressible body further including a first fitting integrally formed with the first and second arms at the base region; anda receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant;wherein at least one of the first arm and the second arm is at least partially disposed within the receptacle, and wherein the compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the first and second arms, proximate the compressible region, toward each other such that the liquid medicant contained in the receptacle is ejected from the first fitting when the compressible body is compressed. The present application claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/905,621, filed on Nov. 18, 2013, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.Prefilled ...

ANTISEPTIC CAP THAT RELEASES A GAS SUCH AS NITRIC OXIDE

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe. 1. An antiseptic medical cap comprising:a base comprising a proximal surface and a distal surface;a sidewall extending in a distal direction from the base, the sidewall comprising a proximal end and a distal end;a chamber configured to receive a proximal end of a medical fluid port having an opening; andan insert comprising a gas-releasing anti-microbial compound, the insert extending in the distal direction, the insert being configured to be positioned at least partially through the opening of the medical fluid port when the antiseptic medical cap receives the proximal end of the medical fluid port into the chamber.2. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the insert is at least partially positioned within the chamber.3. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the chamber is at least partially defined by an inner surface extending along the distal surface of the base and the sidewall.4. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the gas-releasing anti-microbial compound is configured to release nitric oxide.5. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the gas-releasing anti-microbial compound is a coating on the insert.6. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the insert further comprises zinc.7. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the insert extends distally beyond the distal end of the sidewall.8. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein the insert extends distally from the distal surface of the base.9. The antiseptic medical cap of claim 1 , wherein an interior surface of the antiseptic medical cap comprises threads being configured to mate with corresponding threads on the medical fluid port.10. A combination of the antiseptic medical cap of and the ...

Rotating barrel type internal combustion engine

An internal combustion barrel engine (10, 10' ,10') having rotating cylinders (46) and pistons (54) which together form combustion spaces. The combustion spaces are maintained at a substantially constant volume while a compressed air- fuel mixture is combusted therein.

Strip package for antiseptic cap

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap.

Antiseptic cap

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.

Antiseptic cap with thread cover

A syringe assembly (10) including: (1) a syringe barrel (14) defining a chamber (18); (2) a plunger (12) mounted in the chamber (18) and moveable with respect to the barrel (14); and (3) a cap assembly (80) containing a cap (82) and an absorbent material (86) is removably attached to the plunger.

Medicant injection device

A medicant injection device includes a compressible body, a tip, and an outer luer body. The compressible body has a proximal end, a distal end, and a plurality of bellows, and defines an inner cavity for holding a liquid medicant. The tip is positioned at the proximal end of the compressible body. The outer luer body includes internal threads, and is positioned over and engaged with the tip to form a first fitting therewith. The first fitting is configured to be connected with a second fitting. A medicant injection device includes a compressible body having first and second arms, a receptacle interconnected with the compressible body and defining an inner cavity, and a first fitting configured to engage a second fitting. The compressible body is configured to be compressed by forcing the distal end of the first and second arm toward each other.

Antiseptic cap with thread cover

623136 Disclosed is a method of cleaning and covering an access site of a catheter to reduce infection or microbiological buildup. The method comprises the steps of flushing an access site with a solution and storing a container and a threaded cap in a syringe. A sealing cover is removed on the container having the threaded cap, the threaded cap having an antiseptic or disinfectant fluid therein. The cap is threaded onto the access site with the cap positioned in the container, the cap including a sponge and the antiseptic fluid being retained in the sponge, the sponge contacting the access site when the cap is threaded onto the access site. The cap is withdrawn from the container; allowing the cap to remain on and cover the access site. The container is removed and the cap from the syringe after engaging the cap with the access site. Antiseptic fluid is retained within the cap by sealing the cap with a thread cover engaging the access site. The step of threading the cap onto the access site with the cap positioned in the container includes the step of preventing relative rotational movement between the syringe and the cap to ensure common rotational movement about a common axis. The step of flushing an access site with a solution comprises flushing an access site with a solution delivered by a syringe.

Antiseptic cap equipped syringe.

Un montaje de jeringa que incluye: (1) un barril de jeringa define una cámara; (2) un émbolo montado en la cámara y que se puede mover con respecto al barril; y (3) un montaje de soporte de tapa que contiene un tapa y un material absorbente unido de manera amovible a la jeringa.

Antiseptic dead-end cap

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface.

Strip package for antiseptic cap

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap.

Antiseptic cap that releases a gas such as nitric oxide

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.

Antiseptic cap

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface.

Strip package for antiseptic cap

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap.

Syringe with a detachable catheter cap integrated into the plunger containing an antiseptic absorbent material

Antiseptic cap

A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.

Disinfectant caps

Disinfectant caps and packaging for use with a medical device (e.g., connector, luer access device, etc.) are disclosed herein. The disinfectant caps apply the antiseptic fluid (e.g., disinfectant) directly onto the surface of the medical device. The disinfectant cap for disinfecting a surface of a medical device comprises a cap body having a bottom wall and a sidewall extending therefrom, the sidewall defining a top opening, antiseptic fluid contained within the cap body, and a deformable top wall connected to the cap body, the top wall movable from a first position sealing the antiseptic fluid within the cap body to a second position releasing the antiseptic fluid from the cap body.

Syringe having a hinged needle shield

A syringe assembly (20) includes a syringe barrel (21) having an elongate body (22), a tip (31) on its distal end surrounded by a barrel collar (33). A needle assembly includes a needle cannula (38) attached to a hub (43) having a cavity in its open proximal end. The hub is attached to the barrel with the barrel tip in the hub cavity. A plunger (49) having a stopper (55) positioned in fluid tight engagement on the inside (23) of the barrel. A collar (58) is rotatably connected to the outside surface of the barrel collar. An elongate needle shield (57) is hingedly connected to the collar. The needle shield includes two side walls (61,62) defining a longitudinal opening (63) and a recess (65). A needle shield is capable of pivoting about the collar from an open position (Fig.3) to a closed position (Fig.11) wherein the distal end of the needle cannula is in the recess of the needle shield. Structure (69) is provided to lock the needle shield to the collar and to trap the needle cannula in the needle shield when the needle shield is in the closed position. Structure (74,79) is provided to prevent over- rotation of the needle shield past the needle protecting position and to guide a needle cannula into the recess of the needle shield. An over-center hinge (80) facilitates moving the needle shield to the closed position.

Antiseptic cap

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface.

Syringe having a hinged needle shield

A syringe assembly (20) includes a syringe barrel (21) having an elongate body (22), a tip (31) on its distal end surrounded by a barrel collar (33). A needle assembly includes a needle cannula (38) attached to a hub (43) having a cavity in its open proximal end. The hub is attached to the barrel with the barrel tip in the hub cavity. A plunger (49) having a stopper (55) positioned in fluid tight engagement on the inside (23) of the barrel. A collar (58) is rotatably connected to the outside surface of the barrel collar. An elongate needle shield (57) is hingedly connected to the collar. The needle shield includes two side walls (61,62) defining a longitudinal opening (63) and a recess (65). A needle shield is capable of pivoting about the collar from an open position (Fig.3) to a closed position (Fig.11) wherein the distal end of the needle cannula is in the recess of the needle shield. Structure (69) is provided to lock the needle shield to the collar and to trap the needle cannula in the needle shield when the needle shield is in the closed position. Structure (74,79) is provided to prevent over- rotation of the needle shield past the needle protecting position and to guide a needle cannula into the recess of the needle shield. An over-center hinge (80) facilitates moving the needle shield to the closed position.

Strip package for antiseptic cap

A syringe assembly includes (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material is removably attached to the plunger. A strip package includes at least two cap assemblies. Each of the cap assemblies includes a cap holder and an antiseptic cap positioned in the cap holder. The antiseptic cap includes a sidewall defining a chamber and an antiseptic substance within the chamber. A strip extends over at least two cap assemblies. The strip includes a first seal engaged to the cap holder and a second seal engaged to the antiseptic cap.

Seringa equipada com tampa antisséptica

seringa equipada com tampa antisséptica. um conjunto de seringa incluindo: (1) um cilindro de seringa definindo uma câmara; (2) um êmbolo montado na câmara e móvel em relação ao cilindro; e (3) um conjunto de suporte de tampa contendo uma tampa e um material absorvente removivelmente anexado à seringa.

Antiseptic cap

An antiseptic dead-end cap includes a base having first and second sides, a first annular wall extending from the first side of the base, a cylindrical center plug extending from the first side of the base, and a second annular wall extending from the second side of the base. The first annular wall has an outer and an inner surface. The cylindrical center plug has an outer and an inner surface, and is positioned within the first annular wall to form an annular chamber. The second annular wall has an outer and an inner surface, and defines a second chamber having an open end. The second chamber is further defined by the inner surface of the cylindrical center plug. An antiseptic material is on at least one of the first annular wall inner surface, second annular wall inner surface, second annular wall outer surface, and cylindrical center plug outer surface.

Antiseptic cap that releases a gas such as nitric oxide

An antiseptic medical cap that may include a base, a sidewall, and a chamber configured to receive a proximal end of a medical fluid port having an opening. The antiseptic medical cap, in some instances, may include an insert having a gas-releasing anti-microbial compound and/or include a nitric oxide-releasing system that is configured to be positioned at least partially through the opening of the medical fluid port when the antiseptic medical cap receives the proximal end of the medical fluid port into the chamber.