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health1 year ago•3 min saved

MIT's Squid-Inspired Capsule Revolutionizes Needle-Free Drug Delivery

MIT and Novo Nordisk have developed an innovative ingestible capsule that delivers drugs directly to the digestive tract, eliminating the need for painful injections. Inspired by squid propulsion, the capsule uses compressed gas or springs to expel drugs into the stomach wall or other organs. This method is effective for large protein-based drugs like insulin, achieving drug concentrations comparable to injections without tissue damage. The capsules, tested successfully in animals, offer a promising alternative for patients requiring frequent injections, with plans for human trials in the future.

via Interesting Engineering|

#capsule #drug-delivery #health

health2 years ago•2 min saved

FDA Approves Nasal Spray as Needle-Free Alternative to EpiPen for Severe Allergic Reactions

The FDA is set to approve the first ever needle-free alternative to the EpiPen, providing a new option for individuals with severe allergies. This alternative device, called Symjepi, delivers epinephrine through a spring-loaded mechanism instead of a needle, making it easier and less intimidating to use. The approval of this alternative could offer more accessibility and convenience for those in need of emergency treatment for severe allergic reactions.

via TODAY|

#alternative #approval #epipen

health2 years ago•4 min saved

FDA Panel Recommends Approval of Needle-Free Epinephrine Nasal Spray.

A committee of the FDA's outside advisers has voted in favor of ARS Pharmaceuticals' proposed epinephrine nasal spray, Neffy, which could soon be the first needle-free option for treating severe allergic reactions. The spray is designed to deliver a 2 milligram dose of epinephrine, which can reverse the symptoms of a life-threatening allergic reaction. The FDA is expected to issue its final verdict on whether to approve Neffy in mid-2023. If approved, the company hopes to launch the prescription spray by the end of the year.

via CBS News|

#allergies #epinephrine #fda