摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a syringe type ampoule which has a simple structure, is easily manufacturable, and is usable in a system suitable for use including a freeze drying step. <P>SOLUTION: The syringe type ampoule has (a) a barrel having a substantially constant cross section between a front end and a rear end, at least the front end ending in an opening, (b) a sealer attached to the front end and sealing the opening, (c) at least one piston movably and sealingly arranged within the barrel and (d) a sleeve extending along at least a part of the barrel, the sleeve having a front part and a rear part, the front part being connected to the sealer. The barrel has a front end terminates in an edge surrounding the opening, and the edge has an outer circumference substantially equal to the barrel outer circumference. Methods and means for manufacture of such prefilled ampoules or other ampoules are provided. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT |