Simple capsule-based inhaler

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8677992
APP PUB NO 20110259328A1
SERIAL NO

13094108

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A dry powder inhaler for pulmonary or nasal use, employing capsules containing a dose of powder for inhalation, comprising two operating components and an optional cover. Air is drawn by the patient via a mouthpiece or nosepiece which is in communication with the capsule and travels via air paths through the device and through the capsule thereby dispersing and entraining the dose of powder. The capsule is cut by cutting means located on one of the components, in a manner which eliminates or minimizes capsule debris and minimizes powder leakage during use. The inhaler body and capsule cutting blades comprise a single operating component and they may be manufactured in a single unitary step. The invention affords a very economical and simple device for the delivery of pulmonary medicines.

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  • HOVIONE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Mcderment, Iain G Melbourn, GB 6 158
Mendes, Pedro J Lisbon, PT 1 51
Villax, Peter Lisbon, PT 11 413

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