Abstract:
A cannula structure (40, 100), comprising a cannula (42, 94, 102) having a tubular member (70, 92, 110) secured thereon in surrounding relationship by the exertion of sufficient force by an interior wall of the tubular member on the cannula such that at least one fluid flow path is provided between an exterior wall of the cannula and the interior wall of the tubular member. Preferably, the tubular member is squeezed on opposite sides of the cannula so as to secure the tubular member onto the cannula by crimping.
Abstract:
An adapter (100, 200) for interconnecting in fluid communication a first connection site (27) and a beneficial agent container having a closure. The adapter includes a plate having first and second connection site sides (104). A wall (110) extends from the plate (108) from the second connection site side and is constructed to surround only the closure. This allows containers having varying sized bodies to be received. A cannula structure (120, 130) is rigidly secured in the plate and defining a flow path extending through the plate. The adapter can be provided in assembly with the beneficial agent contained or in a drug delivery system.
Abstract:
The present invention provides an improved cannula (22) that can be used to reconstitute powdered drugs in a drug delivery system. Furthermore, the present invention provides a cannula (22) and drug delivery system incorporating same. To this end, the present invention provides a cannula structure for use in a reconstitution of a powdered drug comprising a cannula (22) having a first end (26) and a second end (28), and defining a channel in an interior thereof between the first and second ends (26, 28). The first end (26) is closed and includes a member (27) for piercing a septum (42). The cannula (22) includes at least two slots (50a, 50b) providing fluid communication between the channel and an exterior of the cannula (22). The slots (50a, 50b) are located in juxtaposition to the first end (26) and have a width, as measured along a length of the cannula (22), that is less than a length, as measured around the cannula (22). The slots (50a, 50b) also have a minimum projected area equal to or greater than the cross-sectional area of the channel.
Abstract:
2096972 9307918 PCTABS00021 A drug delivery device is provided comprising a cartridge body (12) including an upper portion (14) defining a vial receiving area and terminating in a wall (20), the cartridge body (12) including a cannula (22) extending from the wall. A vial (40) including a beneficial agent is coupled by a retaining member (50) to the cartridge body (12) in an inactivated position. The retaining member (50) allows the vial (40) to move to an activated position. The retaining member (50) including an outer member (52) and an inner member (54), the inner member (54) separating from portions of the outer member (52) as the vial (40) moves from the inactivated position to the activated position.
Abstract:
The present invention provides an improved cannula that can be used to reconstitute powdered drugs in a drug delivery system. Furthermore, the present invention provides a cannula and drug delivery system incorporating same. To this end, the present invention provides a cannula structure for use in a reconstitution device for reconstituting a powdered drug comprising a cannula having a first end and a second end, and defining a channel in an interior thereof between the first and second ends. The first end is closed and includes a member for piercing a septum. The cannula includes at least two slots providing fluid communication between the channel and an exterior of the cannula. The slots are located in juxtaposition to the first end and have a width, as measured along a length of the cannula, that is less than a length, as measured around the cannula. The slots also have a minimum projected area equal to or greater than the cross-sectional area of the channel.
Abstract:
An adapter for interconnecting in fluid communication a first connection site and a beneficial agent container having a closure. The adapter includes a plate having first and second connection site sides. A wall extends from the plate from the second connection site side and constructed to surround only the closure. This allows containers having varying sized bodies to be received. A cannula structure is rigidly secured in the plate and defines a flow path extending through the plate. The adapter can be provided in an assembly with the beneficial agent contained or in a drug delivery system.
Abstract:
The present invention provides an improved cannula that can be used to reconstitute powdered drugs in a drug delivery system. Furthermore, the present invention provides a cannula and drug delivery system incorporating same. To this end, the present invention provides a cannula structure for use in a reconstitution device for reconstituting a powdered drug comprising a cannula having a first end and a second end, and defining a channel in an interior thereof between the first and second ends. The first end is closed and includes a member for piercing a septum. The cannula includes at least two slots providing fluid communication between the channel and an exterior of the cannula. The slots are located in juxtaposition to the first end and have a width, as measured along a length of the cannula, that is less than a length, as measured around the cannula. The slots also have a minimum projected area equal to or greater than the cross-sectional area of the channel.
Abstract:
The present invention provides an improved cannula that can be used to reconstitute powdered drugs in a drug delivery system. Furthermore, the present invention provides a cannula and drug delivery system incorporating same. To this end, the present invention provides a cannula structure for use in a reconstitution device for reconstituting a powdered drug comprising a cannula having a first end and a second end, and defining a channel in an interior thereof between the first and second ends. The first end is closed and includes a member for piercing a septum. The cannula includes at least two slots providing fluid communication between the channel and an exterior of the cannula. The slots are located in juxtaposition to the first end and have a width, as measured along a length of the cannula, that is less than a length, as measured around the cannula. The slots also have a minimum projected area equal to or greater than the cross-sectional area of the channel.