DE202013009326U1 - Compact atomizer, usable in the nose - Google Patents

Abstract

Compact atomizer, for inhalation of active substances, which is inserted into the nose, consisting of an elastic U-shaped tube 1 (1) with a plurality of cavities 1 (3, 5), characterized in that the cavities 5 (11) as reservoirs for accumulation liquid substances are provided or with accumulating porous or fibrous material 4 (10) are filled.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The utility model relates to a compact nebulizer of liquid substances which is inserted into the nasal passage and consists of a U-shaped tubular housing part in which fibrous or porous elements and nozzles are integrated.

The porous or fibrous material can be used for storage of liquid substances with a therapeutic, stimulating or preventive effect.

Furthermore, there is a nozzle inside the housing.

Through the reservoir and the nozzle there is a controlled diffusion of active substances such as homeopathic substances, mixtures of liquid essential oils or plant extracts, within the nasal passage.

STATE OF THE ART

Various inhalers introduced into the nose are known, for example: - nose pin - BIO DIET BERLIN GmbH - Inhaler Peppermint Field - BERTRAM CHEMICAL CO., LTD - nasal inhaler - Company Wick - nasal inhaler US Patent Application No. 2008/0160076

Of course, these and other known nebulizers have limitations in their use due to their shape, size, assembly procedures, discomfort in the nasal passage, appearance and difficulty in breathing.

DISCLOSURE OF THE INVENTION

In the present draft, active substances are understood to mean those which are, for example, of plant origin, with minimal or no side effects, such as essential oils. These substances are defined as aids, prevention, preservatives and remedies which, from a physiological or therapeutic point of view, do not raise any concerns about being administered through the nose.

Aromatic oils in small doses are highly effective means of calming, regulating the activity of mucous glands, relieving pain and can be used for the normalization of many physiological processes.

In order to achieve the desired effect, the inhalation of very small quantities of essential oils, which are often used in aromatherapy or inhalation practice, is sufficient.

Their effect is particularly effective when the diffusion of substances during respiration occurs by continuously delivering microdoses. Tests showed that the concentration of the inhalation product, which was released by means of the developed nebulizer, in the air volume of a breath is 0.001%.

The main object of the invention is to construct a nebulizer, which can be mounted in the nose so that it causes as little discomfort as possible, no change in the respiratory parameters occurs and thereby the active substances are effectively atomized.

The features of the invention are illustrated by the differences that determine the various embodiments of the device.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

In the following, the utility model will be explained using the example of possible embodiments. The figures show:

1 . 2 . 3 . 4 . 5 . 6 . 7 show schematic views of the atomizer housing, as it can be used in the nasal cavity.

Here are:

1
Cross section of the housing part solid elastic U-shaped housing ( 1 )
Cross section of the openings on the housing wall outlets - ( 2 )
Storage - ( 3 )
Nozzle Housing Detail (Cross Section of Nozzle Holes) - ( 4 )
Liquid in the reservoir cross section of the cavity for storing the active substance ( 5 )

2
Additional reservoir of the active substance in the reservoir cross section of the cavity for storing the active substance ( 6 )

4
a schematic representation of the cross section of the atomizer according to the second embodiment wherein the reservoir occupies a large part of the inner cavity of the nozzle with porous inserts ( 10 ) and - porous plug - evaporator ( 8th ), which prevents the liquid from flowing out of a reservoir and the nozzle orifice diffuser (FIG. 9 )

5
Embodiment with liquid active substance in the reservoir ( 11 ) and porous insert / evaporator ( 8th )
Cross section of the nozzle openings diffuser ( 9 )

7
shows a schematic representation of the cross section of the atomizer according to the third embodiment, wherein the reservoir occupies a large part of the inner cavity of the nozzle liquid ( 15 ) in the reservoir ( 14 ) of the atomizer with the diffuser ( 13 ) separates from the evaporator cavity 12

REALIZATION OF THE USE PATTERN

In accordance with the present utility model, a nebulizer is provided which is fixed in the nose and has a minimal effect on regular breathing, including, for example, while asleep.

Essential is the presence of a reservoir, the diffuser nozzles and a porous or fibrous material (storage) in the cavities of the atomizer. The active substances contained therein have a very effective effect on the human respiratory tract due to the volatile dispersion due to the controlled diffusion.

The filling of the liquid active ingredient takes place either through the openings provided for this purpose, for example in ( 7 ) on the 4 are shown, or by immersion in the corresponding substance.

The atomizer consists of a U-shaped elastic housing in the form of an elastic tube ( 1 ) as on 1 and, as a variant with porous or fibrous containers for the active substance used in a cavity intended especially for this purpose ( 6 ), as on 2 shown, which allows the liquid active ingredients, by the resulting negative pressure in the area of the openings, to reach the area of the respiratory tract.

• – Er muss auf der Nasenscheidewand, ohne Beschwerden im Bereich der Berührung mit der inneren und der äußeren Fläche der Nase, befestigt werden können;
• – Die Querschnittsfläche des Zerstäubers sollte deutlich kleiner sein als der Querschnitt des Nasengangs, um die Nasenatmung nicht zu beeinträchtigen;
• – Der Zerstäuber muss die enthaltenen Substanzen hindernisfrei freisetzen, jedoch ausschließlich durch die für diesen Zweck vorgesehenen Öffnungen (2) in 1, (7) in 2 dargestellt.
• – Dank einer speziellen Konstruktion wird die Luftströmungsrichtung so geändert, dass in die eingeatmete Luft freigesetzte Dispersion hauptsächlich auf die innere Seitenfläche der Nase gerichtet wird.

The atomizer must have the following characteristics:
The housing must be made of a material approved for medical purposes and must fulfill the following functions:

• - It must be able to be fixed to the nasal septum without discomfort in the area of contact with the inner and outer surfaces of the nose;
• - The cross-sectional area of the nebulizer should be significantly smaller than the cross-section of the nasal passage so as not to interfere with nasal breathing;
• - The nebulizer must release the contained substances without obstruction, but only through the openings provided for this purpose ( 2 ) in 1 , ( 7 ) in 2 shown.
• - Thanks to a special design, the air flow direction is changed so that dispersion released into the inhaled air is directed mainly to the inner side surface of the nose.

• – während er nicht benutzt wird, darf der Speicher keine Flüssigkeiten oder Aerosole abgeben;
• – die Diffusion der Wirkstoffe erfolgt, wenn im Bereich der Öffnungen ein Unterdruck entsteht;
• – der Speicher sorgt für eine stabile Freisetzung von Wirkstoffen nach der Art der Porosität, d. h. entsprechend der Porengröße und des Abstandes zwischen ihnen;
• – das poröse oder faserige Material ist beständig und neutral in Bezug auf alle aktiven Substanzen, mit denen es in Berührung kommt.

The memory ( 3 ) of the active substance in 1 or ( 6 ) in 2 is manufactured from a material that can store liquids and is approved for medical purposes, and fulfills the following functions:

• - while it is not in use, the store must not emit any liquids or aerosols;
• - The diffusion of the active ingredients takes place when a negative pressure arises in the region of the openings;
• - The storage ensures a stable release of active ingredients according to the type of porosity, ie according to the pore size and the distance between them;
• - The porous or fibrous material is stable and neutral with respect to all the active substances with which it comes into contact.

With a certain version of the atomizer, the memory can be replaced. This solves the proposed utility model some problems that were present in other known inhalers for use in the nose.

The main advantage of the device is that due to its miniaturization, it can be worn unobtrusively and aesthetically in public areas, while eating, talking and long term.

The nebulizer does not alter the basic parameters of nasal breathing, d. H. the resistance of the air flow created by the device does not exceed the limits of normal respiration.

The atomizer is a connecting element in the form of an elastic U-shaped tube ( 1 ) in 1 and is made of silicone or other flexible material which has no doubt as to its application in medicine.

Inside the tube, a storage for active ingredients and nozzles can be installed.

The housing of the nebulizer may be attached to the nasal septum by a minimum pressure which does not exceed the pressure in the nasal capillaries. The elasticity of the material and the shape of the atomizer make it easy and safe to attach it to breathing in the nose.

The subsequent construction was designed so that at the ends of the U-shaped, a porous element ( 3 ), in 1 may be attached from a porous or fibrous material capable of collecting the active material and slowly delivering it to the passing air stream when during vacuum there is a vacuum near the openings 1 ( 2 ) arises.

All the peculiarities described in the above description of the figures can, in the formula of the invention, be used separately or in any combination with each other. Thus, the present technical solution is not limited to the embodiments described in the preceding texts.

Claims (6)

Compact nebulizer, for inhalation of active ingredients, which is used in the nose, consisting of an elastic U-shaped tube 1 ( 1 ) with multiple cavities 1 ( 3 . 5 ), characterized in that the cavities 5 ( 11 ) are provided as reservoirs for the collection of liquid substances or with accumulating porous or fibrous material 4 ( 10 ) are filled. The compact atomizer, usable in the nose, consisting of U-shaped housing, porous elements and active substance reservoir, is characterized in that the housing has axial outlet openings and a plurality of lateral outlet openings (FIG. 2 ) may have The compact atomizer, usable in the nose, consisting of U-shaped housing, porous elements and drug reservoir, is characterized in that the atomizer, in which the reservoir for the active ingredient separated from the porous insert with the diffuser nozzles 7 ( 16 ) The compact atomizer, usable in the nose, consisting of U-shaped housing, porous elements and drug reservoir, is characterized in that there are through holes on the walls of the atomizer, and nozzle openings at the ends 4 ( 7 ) Compact atomizer, usable in the nose, consisting of U-shaped housing and drug reservoir, is characterized in that the drug reservoir from the exit space ( 12 ) of the replaceable nozzles is separated 7 ( 16 ) Compact U-shaped nebulizer insertable in the nose, consisting of a flexible tubular housing with interchangeable porous evaporator inserted 4 ( 8th ), which prevents the liquid active substance from the reservoir 5 ( 11 ) flows out.

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