April 4, 2009
Insulin Pump Breakthrough:The Nanopump
Up until now the smallest insulin pumps available have been about the size of a pager. Now, thanks to the new Nanopump created by Debiotech there will be just 25% of that size on the market.
More than just size, the Nanopump allows a tiny pump to be mounted on a disposable skin patch. The Nanopump will allow continuous insulin infusion. Insulin Pump Therapy is becoming one of the most attractive available alternatives to the standard insulin injection. This form of insulin delivery mimics more closely the natural secretion of insulin from the pancreas. Therefor this is a step further along the road of diabetes management.
The Nanopump by Debiotech will utilize Micro-Electro-Mechanical System technology, also referred to as MEMS. This technology basically acts as eyes and arms. MEMS technology would sense what amount of insulin is needed and then react by releasing the insulin. This is a huge breakthrough in the fight to battle diabetes. Think about it, this is basically what the pancreas does right?
Another great feature of the Nanopump by Debiotech is the increased safety it will provide. When at rest the Nanopump has a closed fluid rest and an anti-free flow system. Along with having all of the standard safety features included on current insulin pumps, the Nanopump is able to detect occlusion and air bubbles substantially quicker than other pumps.
I know, you are thinking that the Nanopump by Debiotech must cost a fortune right? Wrong. Unlike traditional insulin pumps there is no substantial upfront cost with the Nanopump. This is thanks to the Nanopump’s design. The electronics are contained in a permanent part while the reservoir and pumping mechanism are contained in a disposable part. This design makes the Nanopump affordable for every patient.
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Melissa Meza
June 19, 2007 at 12:31 am
This sounds great when will it be available to the public
I would love to have one. I have a minimed and it is the
size of a pager or a cell phone. Although I do love my insulin pump I would like to have the option of having something smaller
David Manuel
June 19, 2007 at 2:28 am
One major question: What has been the experience of the diabetics on whom this Nanopump was tested. This information will be of immense value to all those who ae early adopters of such technological advances.
I’m a stumbler and intend to post this onto my site. Unless, I am certain that there is no major side-effect or disability or special precautions in the usage of this product, I would be very wary to recommend it to the friends in my group.
David
Dr Hamilton
June 19, 2007 at 4:10 am
Hi Dr. Hamilton,
Sorry to invade your privacy. I wondered if you had seen this about insulin nano pumps?
I’m having trouble with the Byetta.
Just wondered if had seen this?
Ken
June 19, 2007 at 6:13 am
I hear ya Melissa. As soon as I find out from friends of mine I’ll let us all know.
David I’m looking to get comments from people who have actually tried the nanopump. I have to calls into other companies to get some answers.
Bonnie Grenier
June 21, 2007 at 10:04 pm
I’m wondering about supplies costs. Diabetes is a very expensive disease to maintain….
Bernard Farrell
June 28, 2007 at 1:45 pm
I don’t think you see anything in the US on this one until it’s gotten FDA approval.
I’ll bet anything you can find out will be from Europe first.
Ken Savage
June 29, 2007 at 11:30 am
There’s a company very close to us Bernard that is a leader in this technology. Although not quite yet at the nano level.
http://www.myomnipod.com/
Robert Blessing
July 26, 2007 at 9:49 am
This sounds wonderful, but what is the cost,and does it also check bloodaugars too? Also, is this another pie-in-the sky story?
M. Karoski
January 11, 2008 at 12:55 pm
When is this expected to be available in the U.S.? I have a 10 year old son with Type 1 that would love this instead of his usual 4-5 shots daily. Get moving FDA!
Sally
February 3, 2008 at 7:53 pm
Would really love to know when it will hit US market
nancy desouza
August 21, 2008 at 11:30 pm
i would to see one of your pump
Dee Meloche
January 7, 2009 at 11:18 pm
I would like to see how it works and if it is less obtrusive than today’s pumps.Don’t get me wrong I love my Animas 2020 but it is always nice to have something better.
Kay Folk
February 4, 2009 at 10:59 am
When will the nano pump be available in the US? I haven’t seen it yet. This article was written June 2007. It is now Feb 2009. They now make an IPod the size of a quarter that carries 1000 songs and communicates with your shoe. Just wondered when a smaller pump will be available.
ria
June 9, 2009 at 3:48 am
I just received an e-mail back from Debiotech after inquiring about the release of the Nanopump. This was their reply as of June 9, 2009.
Thank you for your interest in our Insulin Nanopump. We appreciate dearly your enthusiasm. That is what we strive to achieve with our work, to make the life of diabetic patients more safe and more convenient by developing a better Insulin pump.
Please understand that Debiotech is developing the Insulin Nanopump, we are neither manufacturing it nor are we commercializing it.
We will partner with a company, our future licensee, that will organize the manufacturing and distribute the product commercially. Currently, the Insulin Nanopump is still available for license.
Most marketing aspects, like pricing and availability on the different national markets will be handled by the licensee. Thus, today we may not communicate when and where the pump will be available.
Be assured that availability will be communicated publicly after a license partnership is in place. Please check our website or the relevant press regularly for announcements of this partnership.
Best Regards,
The team of Search and Development for DEBIOTECH