Question:
Has anyone heard about a wristwatch device which is in development that
would deliver insulin via iontophoresis? Any leads on the company name
and phone number would be appreciated.
Answer:
The idea for iontophoretic delivery of insulin has been worked on
by Lilly (at least probably by many more companies) for a while with
minimal success. The insulin molecule in formulations exists as the
hexamer and is too big to deliver via iontophoresis with any kind
of inefficient. ON the other hand, perhaps LYS-Pro will be easier
to deliver via iontophoresis. For some good research on the area check
out the work of Richard Guy at US CSD F medical school. I will post
references if anyone wants.
