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Inhalation devices with a reduced risk of blockage

US5490497A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 1994
Grant dateFeb 13, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M15/009
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An elastomeric cap for use in an aerosol inhalation device is disclosed. The cap prevents blockage and the buildup of accretions of medicament on the valve stem of the inhalation device and shields the valve stem from the breath of a user of the inhalation device.

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