Abstract: A bottle for dispensing oral medication has a concavity in its side wall for partially receiving the cylindrical cross section of an oral medication syringe, and also has a syringe holder integrally formed with the bottle for retaining the syringe in the concavity, thereby to keep the syringe assembled to the bottle and readily available for dispensing the medication in the bottle. The concavity and the syringe holder may take different forms, including clip arms and holder sleeves integral with the bottle. The bottle and syringe make a compact assembly for convenient packaging, storage and handling.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pacifier and nipple member for delivery of active ingredients into the oral cavity of an infant or patient. The pacifier includes a porous nipple member and a base member adapted to remain outside the oral cavity of the infant. The porous nipple member includes at least one reservoir or chamber therein for receiving a thin-film containing an active ingredient. The base member may be removably attached to the neck of the nipple member, or the nipple and base members may form a single unit. Reusable and disposable forms are disclosed.

Abstract: A system for administering measured liquids, such as medicine, vitamins and feedings of foods to persons including adults, infants and small children. An embodiment of the system comprises a dispensing spoon, connected by a luer fitting, to at least one medical-type syringe. The syringe allows the liquid to be delivered to the spoon in accurately measured amounts. An embodiment of the invention provides a spoon having an integral liquid holding funnel, allowing a dispensed liquid to be held before being drawn into the syringe. The system may be reusable or disposable, and is preferably constructed of medical grade plastic.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising chitin microparticles and their medical uses, and in particular to compositions for use as vaccines which comprise antigen from an infectious agent, a chitin microparticle preparation, and a further adjuvant.

Abstract: The mouth moisturizing device for treatment of an individual suffering from xerostomia comprises a mouth moisturizing guard, including an attaching strap to be fit around the head holding the moisture guard gently over the mouth while sleeping.

Abstract: Pacifier with a separable detachable device, a connection for injecting medicine from the rear side of the pacifier through a tube passing through the middle of the teat of the pacifier, directly into a child's mouth. When, the pacifier include the connectable part, which is the devise that enabling the medicine measurement or accommodation, and furthermore, has the ability to be connected and fit to the connection entrance of the tube, furthermore, enabling the injection of the medicine into the pacifier tube by pressure or air pressure, capping hermetically the entrance opening of the tubing will is connected to it.

Abstract: Devices and methods for delivery of a solute to increase blood sugar levels between certain hours in a form that allows for gradual delivery. One variation includes devices and methods for the timed release of a solute of carbohydrate, typically dextrose.

Abstract: An adapter and syringe assembly is described in this application which includes a syringe and an adapter for anti-rotation, removal resistant connection to the syringe. The syringe has a body defining a fluid reservoir, a plunger assembly including a plunger head dimensioned to be slidably received within the reservoir, a fluid outlet, and a first coupling member. The adapter has a body portion defining a fluid channel, a collar portion, and a second coupling member configured to engage the first coupling member to secure the adapter to the syringe. The syringe includes at least one rib and a surface of the collar includes at least one protrusion. The at least one rib and the at least one protrusion are configured and positioned to interact to facilitate attachment of the adapter to the syringe but to resist detachment of the oral dose tip adapter from the syringe. The body portion of the adapter may define an oral dose tip or a needle hub assembly.

Abstract: I wish to disclose the invention of a thermo-electric “hands-free” drink dispenser which allows the user to get themselves a nice warm or cool drink without assistance. To accomplish this convenience, there is a wand assembly protruding from the top of he unit that has horizontal and vertical movement. The wand is 18 inches long with straw holders that retain a 24 inch long jointed drinking straw. The rest of the components; the on/off switch, the electrical scale with digital readout, a temperature gauge and a custom made stand comprise the balance of the unit in total.

Abstract: A drug delivery device for delivering a drug to a preselected treatment site, includes a rupturable film capsule enclosing a quantity of the drug to be delivered; an array of micro-needles formed with passageways therethrough carried by the device; a covering layer overlying the capsule and forming a fluid-tight seal with the perimeter of the micro-needle array such that when the device is located with the micro-needles facing the treatment site, the application of pressure to the device causes the micro-needles to penetrate the treatment site and the capsule film to rupture to deliver the drug via the passageways to the treatment site; and an open mesh layer adjacent to the array of micro-needles effective, upon rupture of the capsule film, to uniformly distribute the drug to the micro-needles and also to reduce the possibility of clogging of the passageways.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pacifier and nipple member for delivery of active ingredients into the oral cavity of an infant or patient. The pacifier includes a porous nipple member and a base member adapted to remain outside the oral cavity of the infant. The porous nipple member includes at least one reservoir or chamber therein for receiving a thin-film containing an active ingredient. The base member may be removably attached to the neck of the nipple member, or the nipple and base members may form a single unit. Reusable and disposable forms are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to an external female incontinence device. The device comprises a flexible elastic strip having an opening in the strip, a fluid collection means surrounding the opening on one face, the strip and opening are sized and shaped so that when stretch fitted over the external urogenital organs the labia minor extends through the opening and a fluid tight fit between the upper face of the strip and the flesh surrounding the labia minora is formed. The device may further comprise a waistband for attachment of the device and to assist in maintaining a positive tension to press the device against the flesh surrounding the labia minora.

Abstract: A system for facilitating preparation of medication doses comprising a container of for receiving a quantity of medication, the container having color bands extending circumferentially therearound to facilitate preparing medication doses, each color band corresponding to a predetermined dosage of medication.

Abstract: A convenient pill delivery system comprising a container, a consumable substance contained in such container, and a specialized cap capable of receiving one or more pills. The consumable substance is forced out of the container onto the cap and surrounds and encompasses the pill. The consumer licks the pill and consumable substance together off the cap and swallows it. The consumable substance provides bulk and lubrication to the pill and aids the consumer in swallowing the pill quickly, easily, and efficiently.

Abstract: Systems and methods for administration of small volume sufentanil drug dosage forms to the sublingual mucosa of a subject using a device are disclosed. The dispensing device includes a lock-out feature and a means to retard or prevent saliva and/or moisture ingress such that the drug dosage forms in the device remain dry prior to administration.

Abstract: A delivery system for dispensing sterile liquids into the oral cavity using a novel pre-angled needle hub assembly attached to a standard anesthetic syringe loaded with a novel cartridge ampule containing a certain liquid solution. This system substantially improves the efficiency of delivering small amounts of sterile fluid into the oral cavity by hypodermic means or by irrigation means using pre-angled needles or cannulas to reach otherwise impossible-to-reach locations within the oral cavity while also providing the ability to dispose of used needles without re-bending and thus complying with federal OSHA, state OSHA, and state regulatory disposal regulations.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for creating variable stiffness along a soft tissue region is disclosed herein generally having an implantable device of bio-absorbable or biodegradable material. The implantable device has a drug of variable concentration along the length of the device to promote formation of an abscess and/or induce tissue necrosis following placement of the device in soft tissue. The abscess and/or tissue necrosis forms scar tissue having a variable stiffness along the soft tissue which in turn reduces the vibration of the soft tissue.

Abstract: A feeding device especially for facilitating the transition from non-oral tube feeding to oral feeding is disclosed. The device comprises a fluid reservoir-having a fluid outlet, a nipple having a fluid outlet, a conduit for conveying fluid from the reservoir to the nipple fluid outlet and a manually adjustable valve that includes a manually settable selector to control the flow of fluid through the conduit and to vary it from zero flow to substantial flow. The device may include a shield associated with the nipple.

Abstract: A pacifier assembly having a pivotally mounted cover on a shield assembly is disclosed. The assembly allows convenient protection for the nipple by being selectably moved between an open and closed position. In one embodiment, two nipples are provided on opposite sides of the shield assembly. The cover can be positioned to protect one nipple while exposing the other. Once the assembly is dropped to the floor and the sanitary condition of the exposed nipple is compromised, the cover can be moved to cover the dirtied nipple and expose the unused nipple. In another embodiment, the dual nipple pacifier includes two covers. Thus, the covers can protect both nipples simultaneously for transporting the assembly in a sanitary manner. One nipple can be exposed by pivoting one of the covers. Preferably, the covers nest within one another over the protected nipple.

Abstract: An apparatus for adding medicine to a standard baby bottle nipple. The apparatus comprises a nipple that has side measurements to allow a caretaker to place a volume of liquid medicine within the nipple. Then, the medicine can be capped off with a stopper and the nipple attached to a standard baby bottle with milk or formula mixture within it. The stopper does have a small hole to allow the milk or formula to enter the nipple, where it will be consumed with the liquid medicine mixture. However, due to the small nature of the hole in the stopper, the medicine will be consumed in large part before the infant or toddler even begins to consume the milk or formula mixture.

Abstract: A gravity-fed drinking dispenser for unassisted self-administration of liquids by a bedridden user includes a non-pressurized liquid container adapted to be positioned above the user's head, a flexible tubing assembly connected therewith with a mouthpiece at its free end, and a normally closed solenoid valve between the container and the mouthpiece which, when opened, allows liquid to flow by gravity to the mouthpiece. A low-voltage D.C. electrical source connected with the solenoid valve supplies direct current thereto. Operation of the solenoid valve is controlled by an ergonomic pressure-sensitive microswitch connected between the power source and the solenoid valve, which has a generally oval-shaped housing with a bulbous upper portion shaped to receive the palm of the user and allow the user to put their fingers around it and actuate the microswitch by applying light pressure thereto for unassisted self-administration of liquids.

Abstract: An easy to use, squeezable device with a soft, flexible tube for feeding liquid nutrition to a person, includes: a) a squeezable bottle portion for holding the ingestible liquid therewithin, the bottle portion comprising an opening at its top surrounded by a neck; and b) a cap assembly comprising: flexible fluid-flow tubing, a spout or nipple assembly, and a threaded collar, an upper portion of the spout assembly being insertable through a central aperture in the collar, the flexible tubing having a first end in fluid communication with the bottle portion and a second end insertable in the patient's mouth, the flexible tubing extending through or encircling a central aperture in the spout assembly. The spout assembly preferably includes a leakproof flange, and a valve assembly for controlling flow. The device is particularly intended for use where suction such as nipples, straws, or sip cups are contraindicated after craniofacial surgery.

Abstract: A valve system is provided that includes a valve connector that has a portion of a first passageway. The valve connector includes a suction port and an introduction port that are spaced apart and in substantially parallel alignment. The suction port and the introduction port are manipulable to establish fluid communication between the portion of the first passageway and the suction port or the introduction port. The valve connector may have a rotatable outer cap that includes the suction port and the introduction port. The cap being configured to facilitate manipulation of the suction port and the introduction port for establishing fluid communication with the portion of the first passageway. The introduction port may include a normally closed valve. The valve connector may be attached to a dual lumen nasogastric tube. In an alternate embodiment, the valve connector further includes a portion of a second passageway that includes a relief port. The relief port can include a one-way valve.

Abstract: A device for feeding a young child without the threat of choking, this device comprising a handle member in combination with an elongate food-receiving mesh container having an aperture in one end thereof. A ring component too large to swallow is mounted in the aperture. One end of the handle member has a circularly disposed sealing surface, and having a securing member around its adjacent exterior surface. A closure ring having a securing member around its interior surface is able to interfit with the securing member of the handle end. The closure ring has a central aperture of a size to closely receive the container, but not permitting the passage of the ring component. When the closure ring has been tightened upon the handle end, the ring component will tightly engage the circularly disposed sealing surface on the handle, holding the container in an operative position.

Abstract: The invention comprises an oral platform, a microchip for making physiological tests and/or delivery of drugs, and a stick connected to the platform to serve as a handle or conduit from the microchip for exterior communication. A candy shell coating on the platform incorporates medicinal agents. The platform has a plurality of fluidic ports conducive for communication of saliva to or oral delivery from the microchip. A base unit is connected to the stick and communicates to the microchip. The platform, microchip, and stick are combined together into a lollipop and further comprise a plurality of base units which are interchangeable with a plurality of lollipops. A cradle unit capable of is temporarily coupled to the base unit for recharging the base unit. The cradle unit further provides data processing, communication and/or display. The invention is also a method of making physiological tests and/or delivering drugs with the above device.

Abstract: A device for feeding a young child without the threat of choking, this device comprising a handle member in combination with an elongate food-receiving mesh container having an aperture in one end thereof. A ring component too large to swallow is mounted in the aperture. One end of the handle member has a circularly disposed sealing surface, and having a securing member around its adjacent exterior surface. A closure ring having a securing member around its interior surface is able to interfit with the securing member of the handle end. The closure ring has a central aperture of a size to closely receive the container, but not permitting the passage of the ring component. When the closure ring has been tightened upon the handle end, the ring component will tightly engage the circularly disposed sealing surface on the handle, holding the container in an operative position.

Abstract: A system for delivering fluids which includes a pump (such as a peristaltic pump for example), a pump cartridge, a fluid reservoir, and a variety of fluid dispensers, including oral fluid dispensers. By providing a number of oral fluid dispensers, the one best suited for the needs of a particular application can be selected. The pump cartridge and/or the fluid dispensers may be disposable. The operation of the pump may be controlled based, at least in part, on the type of fluid dispenser being used. Further, a selectable mode can be used to further control the operation of the pump. The amount of fluids delivered over given periods of time may be monitored such that a reminder (such as an audio and/or visual alarm for example) may be provided if too much or too little fluid is delivered (and presumably consumed). The thresholds for such alarm conditions may be set and modified by a user. Further, the state of the fluid delivery system itself, as well as trends in fluid delivery, may be monitored.

Abstract: A valve system is provided that includes a valve connector that has a portion of a first passageway. The valve connector includes a suction port and an introduction port that are spaced apart and in substantially parallel alignment. The suction port and the introduction port are manipulable to establish fluid communication between the portion of the first passageway and the suction port or the introduction port. The valve connector may have a rotatable outer cap that includes the suction port and the introduction port. The cap being configured to facilitate manipulation of the suction port and the introduction port for establishing fluid communication with the portion of the first passageway. The introduction port may include a normally closed valve. The valve connector may be attached to a dual lumen nasogastric tube. In an alternate embodiment, the valve connector further includes a portion of a second passageway that includes a relief port. The relief port can include a one-way valve.

Abstract: A feeder for delivering quantities of flowable food into the mouth of a person includes a feeder body having a cylindrical food chamber with a tubular chamber side wall, a chamber distal end wall with a food dispensing port encircled by a distally protruding nipple and a chamber proximal end wall with a chamber rod passing port; a piston slidably mounted within the chamber side wall and a ratchet rod slidably extending through the chamber rod passing port, the ratchet rod having a rod distal end connected to the piston and having a rod proximal end protruding rearwardly from the chamber distal end wall, the ratchet rod having a series of ratchet notches extending longitudinally along one side of the ratchet rod; and a notch engaging ratchet mechanism for advancing the ratchet rod distally.

Abstract: An improved patient feeding tube (10) is provided which includes an elongated, tubular body (22) presenting a distal end (14) adapted to be inserted into the patient, and a proximal portion (16) designed to remain outside of the patient. The tube (10) is equipped with a fixture (26) adjacent the proximal end (18) thereof, with the fixture (26) permitting attachment of a CO2 detecting machine (20) to the tube (10). In use, the machine (20) is actuated during insertion of the feed tube (10). If during such insertion, the distal end (14) enters the trachea (62) of the patient (12), the presence of CO2 adjacent the end (14) will be immediately detected. The user may then withdraw the end (14) and reinsert until proper placement within the esophagus (60) of the patient (12) is achieved. The use of feed tube (10) thus minimizes the possibility that distal end (14) will be improperly placed within the patient (12).

Abstract: A fluid dispenser is provided with a fluid containment unit and a support unit. The fluid containment unit includes a bulb, a nipple, and a tether connecting the bulb to the nipple. The support unit includes a face plate, a retaining ring, and a releasable latch for securing the face plate and retainer ring together to clamp between them the fluid containment unit when the fluid containment unit is in a folded configuration locating the bulb and nipple in communication with each other.

Abstract: A convenient pill delivery system comprising a container, a consumable substance contained in such container, and a specialized cap capable of receiving one or more pills. The consumable substance is forced out of the container onto the cap and surrounds and encompasses the pill. The consumer licks the pill and consumable substance together off the cap and swallows it. The consumable substance provides bulk and lubrication to the pill and aids the consumer in swallowing the pill quickly, easily, and efficiently.

Abstract: A system for delivering fluids which includes a pump (such as a peristaltic pump for example), a pump cartridge, a fluid reservoir, and a variety of fluid dispensers, including oral fluid dispensers. By providing a number of oral fluid dispensers, the one best suited for the needs of a particular application can be selected. The pump cartridge and/or the fluid dispensers may be disposable. The operation of the pump may be controlled based, at least in part, on the type of fluid dispenser being used. Further, a selectable mode can be used to further control the operation of the pump. The amount of fluids delivered over given periods of time may be monitored such that a reminder (such as an audio and/or visual alarm for example) may be provided if too much or too little fluid is delivered (and presumably consumed). The thresholds for such alarm conditions may be set and modified by a user. Further, the state of the fluid delivery system itself, as well as trends in fluid delivery, may be monitored.

Abstract: A device for feeding a young child or impaired adult without the threat of the person choking, this device comprising a handle member in combination with an elongate food dispensing container of mesh material, with the end of the container having an aperture permitting semi-solid food to be inserted therein. An end of the handle member has external threads, and an internally threaded ring is utilized in cooperation therewith. One of the embodiments of this invention involves the internally threaded ring being a part of a ring assembly constituted by inseparable inner and outer interlocking ring portions, with the part of the food dispensing container locked tightly therebetween, whereas another embodiment involves a rigid ring permanently secured in the end of the food dispensing container.

Abstract: A medicine dispenser having a first medicine chamber where the liquid medicine is measured before dispensing it to a mouth of a patient by a pressure. Medicine dispenser has a nozzle in the distal end of said medicine dispenser, allowing liquid medicine in flow to the patient's mouth by said first pressure. Additionally the Medicine dispenser has a second conduit leading from said nozzle end of said medicine dispenser to a second expansion chamber. From the expansion chamber, the medicine can be re-introduced to the patient.

Abstract: A feeder for delivering quantities of flowable food into the mouth of a person includes a feeder body having a cylindrical food chamber with a tubular chamber side wall, a chamber distal end wall with a food dispensing port encircled by a distally protruding nipple and a chamber proximal end wall with a chamber rod passing port; a piston slidably mounted within the chamber side wall and a ratchet rod slidably extending through the chamber rod passing port, the ratchet rod having a rod distal end connected to the piston and having a rod proximal end protruding rearwardly from the chamber distal end wall, the ratchet rod having a series of ratchet notches extending longitudinally along one side of the ratchet rod; and a notch engaging ratchet mechanism for advancing the ratchet rod distally.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for facilitating the oral delivery of an active agent to a patient in need of treatment therewith, which apparatus comprises an active agent mixing chamber, a mixture delivery tube, and at least one liquid delivery tube. A mixture formed in the mixing chamber which comprises a combination of an active agent, or a pharmaceutical formulation thereof, and a liquid diluent may be delivered into the oral cavity of the patient from the mixing chamber by suction on the mixture delivery tube.

Abstract: An apparatus-and method for removing a lodged mass from an airway of a human or animal in which the source of suction is a sealed vacuum container which is punctured when the device is positioned within the mouth of the victim. As contrasted with prior art devices of this types the retracting force created due to the pressure differential is developed instantaneously to a greater degree than heretofore obtainable, and this force is maintained until the foreign object is completely dislodged.

Abstract: The present invention provides an oral medicine dispenser for the administration of a single pre-measured dose, which dispenser comprises a body having a collapsible reservoir portion and an elongate dispensing tube portion extending from the reservoir portion, wherein the reservoir portion holds, in use, a single dose of a fluid oral medicament and the dispensing tube portion has an end cap, whereby on opening of the end cap the collapsible reservoir portion may be manually squeezed to collapse the reservoir portion sufficiently to dispense substantially all of, or at least a major part of the medicament dose through the dispensing tube portion.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a device for storing and/or delivering an effective amount of biological or pharmaceutical material to an animal comprising a tube disposed to contain said biological or pharmaceutical material and sealed at its ends and adapted to provide an opening through which the biological or pharmaceutical material exits and is administered to an intended site of the animal.

Abstract: A drug delivery system for administering preset doses of a substance such as a drug, vaccine or the like is provided. The drug delivery system includes a holder and a pre-filled drug container such as a syringe which is securely retained in the holder. The drug container includes a barrel for containing the substance, a movable stopper situated within the barrel, and a blunt end having an opening through which the substance within the barrel can be expelled. The holder includes a distal portion and a proximal portion, each configured to accommodate the drug container, with the distal portion being able to be assembled to the proximal portion, which acts as a plunger rod during activation of the delivery system.

Abstract: A system for delivering fluids which includes a pump (such as a peristaltic pump for example), a pump cartridge, a fluid reservoir, and a variety of fluid dispensers, including oral fluid dispensers. By providing a number of oral fluid dispensers, the one best suited for the needs of a particular application can be selected. The pump cartridge and/or the fluid dispensers may be disposable. The operation of the pump may be controlled based, at least in part, on the type of fluid dispenser being used. Further, a selectable mode can be used to further control the operation of the pump. The amount of fluids delivered over given periods of time may be monitored such that a reminder (such as an audio and/or visual alarm for example) may be provided if too much or too little fluid is delivered (and presumably consumed). The thresholds for such alarm conditions may be set and modified by a user. Further, the state of the fluid delivery system itself, as well as trends in fluid delivery, may be monitored.

Abstract: This invention relates to a feeding apparatus for breathing masks that allows food and drink intake when the mask is in use, does not reduce the wearer's field of vision, requires little space, and is protected from dirt and contamination.

Abstract: A system for delivering fluids which includes a pump (such as a peristaltic pump for example), a pump cartridge, a fluid reservoir, and a variety of fluid dispensers, including oral fluid dispensers. By providing a number of oral fluid dispensers, the one best suited for the needs of a particular application can be selected. The pump cartridge and/or the fluid dispensers may be disposable. The operation of the pump may be controlled based, at least in part, on the type of fluid dispenser being used. Further, a selectable mode can be used to further control the operation of the pump. The amount of fluids delivered over given periods of time may be monitored such that a reminder (such as an audio and/or visual alarm for example) may be provided if too much or too little fluid is delivered (and presumably consumed). The thresholds for such alarm conditions may be set and modified by a user. Further, the state of the fluid delivery system itself, as well as trends in fluid delivery, may be monitored.

Abstract: An apparatus reduces the volume of selected sections of a tongue. The apparatus includes an introducer means. An energy delivery device means is at least partially positioned in an interior of the introducer means. The energy delivery device means is configured to deliver sufficient energy to ablate an interior of the tongue without damaging a main branch of the hypoglossal nerve of the tongue. An energy delivery device advancement and retraction means is coupled to the energy delivery device means to advance and retract at least a portion of the energy delivery device means in and out of a selected tongue surface. A cabling means is coupled to the energy delivery device means.

Abstract: A disposable mouthwash packet 10 for use in certain social situations wherein the packet 10 includes an elongated receptacle member 20 provided with a partition which divides the interior of the receptacle member 20 into a mouthwash supply chamber 22 and a used mouthwash recovery chamber 23 wherein each chamber 22, 23 is provided with a closure unit 12 and 13 respectively for withdrawing fresh mouthwash 50 from the supply chamber 22 and introducing used mouthwash into the recovery chamber 23; and wherein, in one version of the invention, the receptacle member 20 has flexible walls and in the other version, the receptacle member 20′ has rigid walls.

Abstract: Compositions for treating or preventing dental caries and/or middle ear infections. These compositions comprise antibodies to dental caries and/or antibodies to bacteria causing middles ear infections and/or an agent preventing the adhesion, accumulation or reporduction of the pathogens of tooth or middle ear. The preferred agent is xylitol. Methods for using these compositions are also included.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding and feeding a preterm infant comprising a neonatal bassinet that holds the infant in a position for feeding, a gavage syringe for holding and dispensing nutritional liquid through a catheter, and a Gavage Syringe Restraining Device (GSRD) attached to the bassinet. The GSRD is an L-shaped bracket which holds the gavage syringe in an elevated position above the infant. The GSRD comprises a vertical arm which holds the gavage syringe and a horizontal arm which is mounted to the inside bottom surface of the bassinet under a removable mattress. The vertical arm includes a plurality of vertical slits arranged in pairs. An adjustable strap is positioned through a selected pair of slits and is wrapped around the gavage syringe to hold the syringe in a selected position. The bassinet may be mounted on a mobile cart and moved without interrupting the feeding of the infant, and without having to remove the syringe from a fixed mounting location.

Abstract: The invention relates to an administration device for a method to prophylactically treat the mouth region of children, comprising a part intended to be positioned in the mouth, which part is provided with a dispensing container for an active agent, and having at least one aperture allowing the entrance of saliva into the dispensing container and its exit therefrom, and a part to remain outside the mouth, comprising a hand held member, whereby a filler opening concentrically opening towards the hand held member, is arranged in the area between both parts. The invention is characterized in that the hand held member and a cover of the filler opening, which cover is an integral part of the hand held member, are manufactured as one uniform unit with the rest of the administration device.

Abstract: A gum growth pad (10) comprising has a nonporous first layer (12). An and an absorbent second layer (14) is placed upon the nonporous first layer (12). A gum tissue growth medication (16) in a liquid form is may be impregnated within the absorbent second layer (14) and then dried. A semi-permeable third layer (18) covers the absorbent second layer (14) with the dried gum tissue growth medication (16). A facility (20) is for sealing the nonporous first layer (12) to the semi-permeable third layer (18) about a periphery thereof.