Inhalation device and method
US7032593B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2202/064
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Inhaler and associated method for facilitating inhalation of dry powder medicaments by a patient. The inhaler is light and compact, allowing for convenient storage and portability by a patient. Additionally, a minimal number of steps are required by the patient to use the device from start to finish. The inhaler is self-contained, being provided to the patient with medicament having been pre-stored in a powder chamber. Upon release from this chamber, an accurate dosage of the dry powder medicament is available for inhalation. The inhaler may simply be disposed of following use.
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