US9289586 — Spreading implement
Method of Use · Assigned to Acrux DDS Pty Ltd · Expires 2027-02-26 · 1y remaining
What this patent protects
This patent protects a spreading implement used to apply a transdermal lotion to the axilla area of a user.
USPTO Abstract
An implement for applying a volume of liquid to a treatment surface includes a support onto which is mounted a receptacle. The receptacle defines a reservoir space which receives the liquid. The receptacle includes a wall having a working surface that is used to spread the liquid over the treatment surface. The wall is resiliently deformable such that in use the working surface maintains contact with the treatment surface when spreading the liquid. The implement is used in applying a transdermal lotion to the axilla area of a user. A system for transdermal administration of a physiological active agent from a liquid composition and a method of conducting the same are also provided.
Drugs covered by this patent
- Androgel (TESTOSTERONE) · Besins Hlthcare
FDA Patent Use Codes
When a patent is method-of-use, FDA lists it once per applicable indication ("U-code"). Each U-code carves out a specific therapeutic use that generic filers must either license or design around.
| Code | Description | Drug |
|---|---|---|
U-1390 |
— | Androgel |
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