abstract |
The invention provides an automatic injection device for providing a subcutaneous injection of a substance into a user, comprising a housing; a syringe movably disposed in the housing, the syringe including a barrel portion for holding the substance; a hollow needle; a bung; a plunger for moving the syringe such that the needle projects from the housing and for subsequently applying pressure to the bung; a compressible expanded central portion; a flange; and a biasing mechanism. The present invention also provides methods and kits for using an automatic injection device, and methods and kits for promoting an automatic injection device comprising a medication based on advantageous properties of the device as compared to a pre-filled syringe. The invention also provides methods and kits for training a recipient on use of the automatic injection device. |