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Method of using a topical anesthetic-cleaning solution and applicator

Patent 5704906 Issued on January 6, 1998. Estimated Expiration Date: Icon_subject February 26, 2016. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.

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Inventor

Application

No. 606902 filed on 02/26/1996

US Classes:

604/1SWAB INCLUDING HANDLE (E.G., STICK, ETC.) WITH ABSORBENT MATERIAL AT END THEREOF

Examiners

Primary: Weiss, John G.
Assistant: Ruhl, Dennis

Attorney, Agent or Firm

International Class

A61M 035/00

Abstract

A topical anesthetic-cleansing solution and applicator are provided. The anesthetic-cleansing solution comprises an anesthetic agent such as Benzocaine and a cleansing solution such as alcohol. The applicator includes a swab and outer packaging housing the swab in a generally sterile environment. The swab includes an elongated member and an absorbent tip attached to the elongated member. The absorbent tip is impregnated with the anesthetic-cleansing solution. A method is also provided for using the applicator. The method includes the steps of holding a portion of the packaging covering the swab elongated member; removing a portion of the packaging covering the absorbent tip to expose the absorbent tip; and applying the absorbent tip on the patient's skin area to be anesthetized and cleansed.

Other References

  • Packaging for Betadine Solution Swabstick (1993
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