| 摘要 |
<p>A method and apparatus for the storage and transfer of lyophilisate is disclosed. An ampule (10) containing the lyophilisate has a sealed orifice (1) at one end, a body portion (20) formed with flexibly deformable walls (4) and an opening (12) at the other end. The opening (12) of the ampule (10) has a tapered section adapted to frictionally fit over a taper of a male Luer-type fitting commonly found on syringes and needleless cannulas. A frangible cap (40) protects the opening. The cap (40) is specifically structured with a coupling so that after its removal from the ampule (10), it can frictionally engage the Luer opening of the syringe/cannula to temporarily seal the syringe/cannula. A tab (42) is associated with the cap (40), which lists the ingredients within the ampule (i.e. indicia). The needleless dosage transfer system minimizes the likelihood of an unwanted needle stick and avoids the initial cost and disposal cost of the needle.</p> |
