Health Canada Approves Animas IR 1200 Insulin Pump for Distribution
Health Canada Approves Animas IR 1200 Insulin Pump
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) December 16, 2004 -- Animas Corporation (Nasdaq: PUMP), a
leading manufacturer of insulin pumps, announced that Health Canada has approved
the distribution of the Animas IR 1200 insulin pump in Canada.
The IR
1200 pump received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in
November 2003, and has been available in the U.S. since April 2004. The IR 1200
is now available in Canada, and is distributed by Auto Control Medical, Animas'
exclusive Canadian distributor.
The IR 1200 is the smallest full feature
pump on the market today, offering a large viewing screen, long battery life,
precise insulin delivery, enhanced waterproof integrity and ease-of-use.
"We're very excited that Canadians can now benefit from the smart
technology, intuitive features and reliability of our latest generation pump,"
explains Dr. Katherine Crothall, CEO of Animas Corporation. "Auto Control's long
tenure in the diabetes industry coupled with their reputation for excellent
service provides us with a strong presence in Canada, and positions us for a
highly successful launch of the IR 1200 in Canada."
"The IR 1200
exceptional reputation has preceded its availability in the Canadian
marketplace. It is recognized for its unparalleled ease-of-use, reliability and
performance, and we are delighted that it will now be available to our
patients," says Grant Reynolds, CEO of Auto Control.
An insulin pump is
a pager-sized device that delivers a continuous, variable flow of insulin.
Compared to insulin injections, the pump can more precisely match the
often-changing insulin requirements of patients. The ability to adjust the
amount of insulin by simply pressing a few buttons allows users to live a more
active, flexible lifestyle with significant improvement in quality of life and
blood glucose control. For more information about the Animas IR 1200, visit Auto
Control Medical's web site www.autocontrol.com
About Animas Corporation:
Animas, a leading maker of insulin infusion pumps and related products, is
dedicated to improving diabetes management and making insulin pump therapy
easier for patients with insulin requiring diabetes and healthcare professionals
through product innovation, exemplary customer support and superior customer
education. For more information on Animas, visit www.animascorp.com.
About Auto Control Medical Inc.:
Auto Control Medical, with offices
in Toronto and Montreal, distributes a full line of advanced electronic blood
pressure monitoring equipment, diabetes management products and health care
products for home and professional use. More information on Auto Control Medical
and their product line is available on the company's web site, located at www.autocontrol.com.
Contact:
Patricia Clune
Auto
Control Medical Inc.
1-800-461-0991 ext. 241
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