摘要:
An apparatus and method for transdermally delivering a biologically active agent comprising a delivery system having a microprojection member (or system) that includes a plurality of microprojections (or array thereof) that are adapted to pierce through the stratum corneum into the underlying epidermis layer, or epidermis and dermis layers. In one embodiment, the fentanyl-based agent is contained in a biocompatible coating that is applied to the microprojection member. In a further embodiment, the delivery system includes a gel pack having a fentanyl-based agentcontaining hydrogel formulation that is disposed on the microprojection member after application to the skin of a patient. In an alternative embodiment, the fentanyl-based agent is contained in both the coating and the hydrogel formulation.
摘要:
A porous microprojection member (20, 30, 40, 50) for insertion into biological tissue surrounded by interstitial fluid having a wall that includes interior and exterior surfaces, the exterior surface substantially enclosing the interior surface; and a biocompatible coating disposed on the interior surface, the microprojection member being adapted to substantially restrict contact of the coating with the tissue during insertion of the microprojection member into the tissue, the microprojection member having sufficient porosity to allow migration of the interstitial fluid through the wall of the microprojection member.
摘要:
An apparatus (10) and method are provided for selectively applying an agentcontaining liquid coating to extremely tiny skin piercing microprojections (12) . The coating solution is applied to the skin piercing microprojections (12) using a coating technique which selectively coats only predetermined portions the skin piercing microprojections (12) . By the use of various photoresists and hydrophobic coatings, a defined and precise portion of the microprojections and/or the microprojection (12) . arrays can be coated with an agent formulation.
摘要:
An apparatus and method for transdermally delivering a biologically active agent to prevent or treat osteopenia, comprising a delivery system having a microprojection member (or system) that includes a plurality of microprojections (or array thereof) that are adapted to pierce through the stratum corneum into the underlying epidermis layer, or epidermis and dermis layers. In one embodiment, the PTH-based agent is contained in a biocompatible coating that is applied to the microprojection member.
摘要:
The present invention provides a device and method for selectively providing multiple applications of an agent formulation on the skin piercing portions of a micrÌprojection member to form an agent-containing coating on the microprojections. The formulation is dried to form a solid coating which contains the agent. A continuous conveyor strip bearing multiple microprojection members is spiral wrapped around a product drum so that each microprojection member is conveyed past a reservoir a plurality of times. The reservoir is configured to transfer an application of agent formulation onto the microprojection member each time it passes the reservoir.
摘要:
A transdermal delivery system having a microprojection array with one or more voids configured to allow an adhesive backing to attach to a user's skin and, hence, improve retention of the system thereto. Radial voids can be configured to enhance compliance of the array to conform more readily to non-flat areas of the skin.
摘要:
An apparatus and method for transdermally delivering a biologically active agent comprising a delivery system having a microprojection member (or assembly) that includes a plurality of microprojections (or array thereof) that are adapted to pierce through the stratum corneum into the underlying epidermis layer, or epidermis and dermis layers. In one embodiment, the VEGF-based agent is contained in a biocompatible coating that is applied to the microprojection member.
摘要:
A transdermal agent delivery apparatus and system having a low infection potential comprising a delivery system having a microprojection member (or system) that includes a plurality of microprojections (or array thereof) that are adapted to pierce through the stratum corneum into the underlying epidermis layer, or epidermis and dermis layers. In one embodiment, the microprojection member includes a biocompatible coating having at least one biologically active agent and at least one antimicrobial agent disposed therein. In another embodiment, the microprojection member includes a hydrogel formulation having at least one biologically active agent and at least one antimicrobial agent. In yet another embodiment, the microprojection member includes a hydrogel formulation having at least one antimicrobial agent and a solid film having at least one biologically active agent.
摘要:
An apparatus and method for transdermally delivering a biologically active agent comprising a delivery system having a microprojection member (30) (or system) that includes a plurality of microprojections (32) (or array thereof) that are adapted to pierce through the stratum corneum into the underlying epidermis layer, or epidermis and dermis layers. In one embodiment, the PTH-based agent is contained in a biocompatible coating (35) that is applied to the microprojection member.