METHODS AND DEVICES FOR DELIVERING AGENTS ACROSS BIOLOGICAL BARRIERS
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1. A device for delivering an agent across a biological barrier comprising:
- a first microneedle;
a first reservoir integrated into the microneedle for holding the agent.
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Abstract
The invention provides for microneedle devices for delivering agents across biological barriers. The microneedles include agent reservoirs integrated into the bodies of the microneedles, themselves.
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18 Claims
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1. A device for delivering an agent across a biological barrier comprising:
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a first microneedle; a first reservoir integrated into the microneedle for holding the agent. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A method of manufacturing a device for delivering an agent across a biological barrier:
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providing a microneedle having an integrated agent reservoir; and filling the integrated agent reservoir with the agent. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17)
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18. A method of delivering an agent transdermally comprising:
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providing a microneedle having an integrated agent reservoir filled with the agent; applying the microneedle against the skin of a patient, thereby piercing the skin and positioning the integrated reservoir beneath the surface of the skin.
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