uPATCH™ Microneedle Applicator Technology

Experts in Application Technology

Delivering Payload Consistently

Manual Microneedle application often fails

Manual microneedle application may seem effective, but it often fails to deliver proper penetration. In this short animation, we explain how an applicator can solve this problem.

Reasons for possible failure

Human Variability

MAPs are generally difficult to handle just by hand. Manual administration of MAPs is dependent on the handmobility, skill and strength of individuals.

Variable skin characteristics

The visco-elasticity of the human skin varies tremendously depending on age, BMI, race, etc.

van der Maaden, K., Sekerdag, E., Jiskoot, W., & Bouwstra, J. (2014). Impact-insertion applicator improves reliability of skin penetration by solid microneedle arrays. The AAPS Journal, 16(4), 681–684.

Eliminating the human variability

Using a microneedle applicator ensures consistent skin penetration and maximises the chance of successful payload delivery. A proven effective applicator will ensure successful delivery of API from patch to patient.

Neutralising the effect of skin variability

Skin stretch ensures succesful and consistent skin penetration. This patented skin stretch functionality guarantees optimal payload delivery across a broad spectrum of patients.