JPH0510815Y2 - - Google Patents

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[Detailed description of the invention] (Industrial application field) The packaged rhinitis filter of the invention can be used by people with allergic rhinitis caused by, for example, pollen or mold cells.
It is used by being inserted into the nostrils to prevent fine powder, mold cells, etc. from entering through the nostrils, and to prevent nasal mucus from flowing out due to allergic rhinitis.

(Prior Art) In recent years, the number of patients suffering from allergic rhinitis has increased to more than 10% of the total population in Japan.

There are various causes of allergic rhinitis, but the main ones are house dust (mainly dust mites), pollen (cedar, pine, nettle, etc.), and mold cells.

Allergic rhinitis causes sneezing, runny nose, stuffy nose, watery eyes, itchy eyes, itchy throat,
Various symptoms occur, including headaches, bronchial asthma, atopic dermatitis, and their complications.

In order to deal with these symptoms, people have traditionally worn masks to prevent house dust, pollen, and other substances from entering the nostrils, as well as to prevent nasal mucus from flowing out.

In addition, drug therapy is available as a treatment for allergic rhinitis, and the main ones include desensitization therapy, chemical mediator release inhibitors, antihistamines, and the use of herbal medicine.

In recent years, tampons that are inserted into the nostrils have also been developed, such as the idea published in Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 175226/1980 and the idea published in Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 01/167228.

(Problems that the invention aims to solve) Among the conventional therapies, the method of wearing a mask had the following problems.

(1) Because it is large enough to cover from nose to mouth, it is unsightly when worn.

(2) It is uncomfortable to use because it covers everything from the nose to the mouth, making it stuffy and sweaty.

(3) It is troublesome as you have to remove it each time you eat or smoke. There have also been times when I have had trouble finding a place to put my removed mask, or I have misplaced it and lost it.

(4) Voice and pronunciation cannot be heard clearly with a mask on.

(5) It is cumbersome because it has to be put on and taken off, and it does not last long.

Among conventional therapies, drug therapy has the following problems.

(1) Side effects include drowsiness, fatigue, dry mouth, and dizziness. Also, it cannot be used by pregnant women.

(2) Desensitization therapy requires long-term treatment of 2 to 3 years or more, and there is no guarantee of complete cure.

(3) Chinese herbal medicine is said to have no side effects, but its effectiveness is slow.

Among conventional therapies, the method of wearing a mask has the following problems.

The tampons of the invention published in Utility Model Application Publication No. 175226/1982 and the invention published in Publication No. 01-167228 have a passageway formed in the center to secure the respiratory system passage. Because of this, there were problems such as pollen, dust, etc. entering through the passages, and mucus flowing out from the passages. Furthermore, when the passageway is made narrower to reduce the inflow of pollen, dust, etc., the force of air passing through the passage increases, causing the problem that pollen, dust, etc. enter with force.

(Purpose of the invention) The purpose of the invention is to insert the
It prevents fine particles such as pollen caused by allergic rhinitis and mold cells from entering the nostrils, and prevents nasal mucus from flowing out due to allergic rhinitis. Moreover, it can be easily inserted into the nostrils. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a rhinitis filter that is inconspicuous and convenient to carry and handle.

(Means for Solving the Problems) The packaged rhinitis filter of the present invention, as shown in Fig. 1, uses a fiber material 2 with a coarse fiber density and a level of breathability that does not hinder breathing, as shown in FIG. The rhinitis filter 1 is made into a size that can be inserted into the nostrils of the human body, and the rhinitis filter 1 is made in an inconspicuous color, and each rhinitis filter 1 is individually wrapped in a packaging material 4. It is what it is.

(Function) To use the packaged rhinitis filter of the present invention, open the packaging material 4 and insert the rhinitis filter 1 into the bag.
Rhinitis filter 1 taken out one by one
Insert into the nostril as is, or if it is large, cut it into pieces, or if it is small, spread it out and insert it into the nostril. In this case, the rhinitis filter 1 is made of a fiber material 2 that has a coarse fiber density and is breathable enough to not interfere with breathing, so even if the rhinitis filter 1 is pushed into the nostrils, breathing will not be hindered. ,
You won't feel short of breath. Further, since no breathing passage is formed, pollen, dust, etc. do not enter the nostrils through the passage, and mucus does not flow out.

(Example) What is shown in FIG. 1 is a rhinitis filter in the packaged rhinitis filter of the present invention. This rhinitis filter 1 has a cylindrical shape so that it can be easily inserted into a person's nostrils. It is easier to use if the diameter and length of the rhinitis filter 1 are divided into several sizes, such as those for children, women, and adult men. The length should be as short as possible. If it is long, it will need to be inserted into the nostril, which may cause inflammation or
It is undesirable because it irritates the mucous membrane in the nostrils, which may become suppurated, but if it is short, there is almost no irritation when inserted. Therefore, it is preferable for the rhinitis filter to have a spherical shape rather than a cylindrical shape. A spherical one is easier to use than a cylindrical one because it only needs to be pushed into the entrance of the nostril, and since there is no need to push it deep into the nostril, it hardly irritates the mucous membrane inside the nostril. The shape of the rhinitis filter 1 is not limited to this, and other shapes may be used.

The material of rhinitis filter 1 is difficult to scatter,
A fiber material 2 that is highly elastic, soft to the touch, highly hygroscopic, and has a coarse fiber density so as not to obstruct breathing, such as acrylic fiber (cotton), absorbent cotton, etc. Make sure that the internal mucous membranes are not irritated as much as possible, and that breathing is not hindered.

The rhinitis filter 1 is formed by rolling the fiber material 2 into a spherical shape. In that case, no breathing passage is formed in the rhinitis filter 1. Having these passageways makes it easier to breathe, but on the other hand, pollen and dust can enter the nostrils through these holes, and mucus can flow out of them.

The rhinitis filter 1 is colored so that it is not noticeable when it is pushed into the nostril. The color is preferably black or dark brown, for example. In order to make the color less conspicuous, the fiber material 2 may be used in a less conspicuous color, or even if the fiber material 2 itself is of a conspicuous color, it may be colored to make it less conspicuous.

It is preferable that the rhinitis filter 1 is impregnated with a drug such as a dissolved lidocaine agent, a steroid agent, or an antihistamine agent as an irritation reliever.

Among these, lidocaine is a surface anesthetic that acts in a short time and is effective in suppressing the irritation of the nasal mucosa. Steroids are anti-inflammatory agents and also have irritation-relieving effects. Antihistamines are also anti-inflammatory agents. Although this has fewer side effects than the above two types of substances, the sensation of irritation is not alleviated.

The abovementioned drugs can act individually or in combination.

Liquid irritation relievers have the effect of adsorbing pollen, dust, etc., but if they are simply soaked in water, when they are inserted into the nostrils, they dry out due to breathing and the effect of adsorbing pollen etc. fades in a short period of time. ,
Adding a small amount of oil or fat that does not easily evaporate will make it last longer.

As shown in FIG. 2, the rhinitis filter 1 is individually packaged, for example, like a tablet, using a packaging material 4 so that it can be taken out and used one by one. In this case, by vacuum packaging or gas exchange packaging, the quality of the irritation reliever is less likely to change, and it is less likely to dry out, making it sanitary.
Further, if the packaging material 4 is provided with perforations 5, it becomes easier to tear it into pieces and use it.

(Effects of the invention) The packaged rhinitis filter of the invention has the following effects.

(1) Easy to use as it only needs to be inserted into the nostril.

(2) Since the color is inconspicuous, it is difficult for others to notice even if it is inserted into the nostril.

(3) The material of the packaged rhinitis filter 1 is a fiber material 2 with a coarse fiber density and breathability that does not hinder breathing, so even if it is inserted into the nostril, breathing will not be hindered and there will be no discomfort. .

(4) When a breathing passage is formed in the rhinitis filter 1, not only air but also pollen, dust, etc. may enter the nostrils through the hole, and mucus may also flow down from the passage. Since there is no breathing passage, there is no such problem.

(5) Since the rhinitis filter 1 is individually wrapped in the packaging material 4, it is convenient to carry, and it is hygienic because it does not get dirty even when carried. Even if it is impregnated with water, it is difficult to evaporate.

(6) Unlike a mask, it does not cover your face, so you won't get stuffy even on hot or humid days. In addition, it does not interfere with eating, smoking, conversation, etc. even if it is inserted into the nostril, so there is no need to take it off and put it on each time like with a mask, and there is no need to worry about losing it.

(7) Unlike drug therapy, there is no need for long-term treatment, and there is no need to worry about side effects.

(8) It is also economical because it is cheaper than chemicals.

(9) Since it is not a pharmaceutical product, it can be sold at station kiosks and can be purchased whenever needed.

(10) The simple structure makes it easy to put into practical use. Moreover, since it is expected to be consumed in large quantities, it is suitable for mass production and can be provided at low cost.

(11) If the nasal inflammation filter 1 is impregnated with an irritation reliever, the nasal passages will not be irritated even if the nasal inflammation filter 1 is inserted into the nostrils, so there will be no discomfort or inflammation.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of one embodiment of the packaged rhinitis filter of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is an explanatory view showing an example of the packaged rhinitis filter of the present invention. 1 is a rhinitis filter, 2 is a textile material, and 4 is a packaging material.

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] A rhinitis filter 1 is made of a fiber material 2 with a coarse fiber density and breathability that does not hinder breathing, and has no breathing passage and is sized to be insertable into the nostrils of the human body. This packaged rhinitis filter is characterized in that the rhinitis filter 1 is made in an inconspicuous color, and each of the rhinitis filters 1 is individually wrapped in a packaging material 4.