Methods and apparatus for relieving headaches, rhinitis and other common ailments
US7017573B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/8225
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus, methods, and kits for treating symptoms associated with common ailments, such as headaches, rhinitis, asthma, epilepsy, nervous disorders and the like, are provided. The apparatus comprises dispensers for carbon dioxide and other therapeutic gases. The methods comprise delivering small volumes of these gases to patients in a manner where the gas infuses a body region in order to bathe the mucous membranes therein. It has been found that even very short exposure of patients to small volumes and high concentrations of such gases can provide significant relief from symptoms.
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