Applicator / Applicator System

Requirement

Develop and manufacture a special applicator needle and implantation instrument for a depot drug for treatment of prostate carcinoma.

Solution

  • sfm developed an applicator with an ergonomic design for the company Acino Pharma AG. It simplifies the deposit of the implant in the patient’s tissue. 
  • A special safeguard prevents accidental release of the implant deposit and ensures a secure placement.
  • The product can be directly complemented with the implant by the customer.
  • Physicians are convinced by the applicator’s ease of use. Implantation of the medication is fast, simple and minimally invasive for the patient.