InsuCozi

Abstract

A flexible cover for Diabetic insulin vials. The vial protector/identifier (The InsuCozi) is fabricated from silicone rubber. The protector/identifier is in the form of the vial's outside diameter. The protector/identifier's elasticity allows it to expand and contract enough for ease of receiving of said vial, yet form fitting so vial will not escape until intended by patient. The top of the protector/identifier conforms slightly to said vial to be protected/identified. The very bottom of the protector/identifier is open ended to allow for receiving and removal of said vial.

1 . A vial cover comprising of:
 A Silicone rubber cover open ended on both sides for reception and removal of vial.   
   
   
       2 . A vial cover according to  claim 1  wherein top (neck) tapers to conform to said vial's neck, but allows for reception and removal of said vial. 
   
   
       3 . A vial cover according to  claim 2  wherein rubber on bottom rolls around to conform to bottom of said vial. 
   
   
       4 . A vial cover according to  claim 3  wherein bottom has hole to allow for reception and removal of said vial. 
   
   
       5 . A vial cover according to  claim 4  wherein raised horizontal lines (from 1 to 4) are on all sides to conform to the U.S. Food and Drug regulations enabling blind patients to discern different types of Insulin. NOTE: This is not yet an FDA regulation for insulin manufacturers, but has been proposed. 
   
   
       6 . A vial cover according to  claim 5  wherein different shapes will be used to help Identify different types of insulin. Said shapes shall be Round, Hexagon (6 sided), and Square (4 sided).