ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 2 -- United States Patent no. 12,642,948, issued on June 2, was assigned to Squarex LLC (Pine Springs, Minn.).

"Dermal patches and glass swabs for application of topical immunosensitizers" was invented by Hugh McTavish (Pine Springs, Minn.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "Unit dosage forms, devices, and kits for topical delivery of topical immunosensitizers are provided. These include dermal patches, glass swabs, and kits containing a dermal patch and a glass swab. Among other advantages, the unit dosage forms, devices, and kits presented herein deliver a more consistent and controlled volume of drug solution, prevent underdosing and overdosing, prevent or discourage repea...