Iconovo AB (publ) announced that the European Patent Office EPO intends to approve Iconovo's patent application for the inhaler platform ICOone® (Communication under Rule 71(3) EPC). The patent describes the company's single-dose inhaler, which is currently being used in three innovative collaborative projects for the administration of e.g., oxytocin and covid-19 vaccine. Iconovo already has a well-established patent portfolio for ICOone® in
Sweden, Europe (EPO), the USA, China and India. Iconovo's innovative inhaler platform ICOone® enables the administration of vaccines and bioactive molecules in a simple and cost-effective way. Since the drug is dispensed as a dry powder in ICOone®, no expensive cold storage transportation is required. Furthermore, ICOone® enables easy and safe handling for both patients and healthcare professionals. Risks connected with the handling of disposable syringes and used needles are avoided since the pharmaceutical is inhaled.