Abstract: Embodiments of an actuating device for actuating a needle cartridge and puncturing an epidermis with controlled depth. The actuating device includes a motor housed in a motor housing, an actuating rod driven by the motor and configured to actuate in a reciprocating motion, and an adjustment mechanism. The actuating rod is housed in a rod housing, the rod housing forming a device aperture configured to receive a needle cartridge and to attach to the needle cartridge. The adjustment mechanism interfaces with the rod housing and is configured to adjust a position of the rod housing relative to the motor housing while not rotating the rod housing relative to the motor housing.

Abstract: Provided is a compound of formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof, as defined herein for use in the treatment or prevention of a Dirofilaria infection in a mammal, The compounds are also for use in the treatment or prevention of diseases or conditions caused by a Dirofilaria infection in a mammal. Also described are corresponding methods of treating or preventing a Dirofilaria infection in a mammal.

Abstract: A medication dispensing system comprises a portable, securable medication cabinet which includes a programmable logic controller to provide for patient medication control. The system includes periperal components such as a transmitter, patient response means, display means, and a clock. The securable medication cabinet permits easy access by the patient to medication which is prescribed and dispensed logically. The securable cabinet restricts access by the patient to unauthorized medication. The securable medication cabinet contains a plurality of medication dispensing components, each comprising dispensing means, such as a coil attached to a motor positioned interiorly of a wall of the cabinet, to hold a medication package and dispense the package upon actuation of the dispensing means, with means for actuating the dispensing means. A receptacle in the bottom of the cabinet receives a medication package as it is dispensed.

Abstract: This glare shield includes a first rectangular panel (20) with a pair of spaced-apart spring clips (24) for removably attaching the same to the vehicle sun visor (10). A second rectangular panel (30) is hingedly connected along one edge of the first rectangular panel (20) and may be latched in side-by-side relationship with the first panel or may be lowered into the line of vision of the person seated in the vehicle to protect the eyes from severe glare by the sun. The second panel (30) is of a semi-transparent nature so that it lessens the glaring rays of the sun but does not obscure visual images. Male hinge members (33) and female hinge members (35) are integrally molded with the first panel (20) and the second panel (30) and are arranged so that the second panel (30) may be easily removed from and attached to the first panel (20).