Medicated patch for preventing exit site infections during peritoneal dialysis

    公开(公告)号:US10773008B2

    公开(公告)日:2020-09-15

    申请号:US15672141

    申请日:2017-08-08

    Abstract: A medicated apparatus including a medicated patch for use onto a subject undergoing peritoneal dialysis is disclosed, according to an embodiment of a present invention. The patch includes a medication layer containing a medication therein, and a backing film disposed on one side of the medication layer. The patch also includes a skin adhesive layer disposed beneath the medication layer; and a protective liner disposed beneath the skin adhesive layer. The patch is placed on a catheter by applying pressure to skin of a subject after insertion of the catheter therein, thereby holding the catheter and the medication diffusing into the skin prevents an exit site of infection.

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