Abstract: Described herein are transdermal delivery devices composed of at least one re-sealable injection port and at least one local anesthetic reservoir. The device effectively delivers anesthetic to the skin of the subject prior to puncturing the skin by syringes, needle sticks, or other instruments intended to be inserted into the skin. In addition, this device can be used to deliver various therapeutic agents for either locally or systemically.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 18, 2008
Date of Patent:
February 8, 2011
Inventors:
Totada R. Shantha, Jessica Shantha, Erica Shantha, Lauren Shantha