BRPI1003986A2 - utensil to aid the application of eye drops - Google Patents

Abstract

UTENSIL TO AID THE APPLICATION OF EYES. Which is intended to facilitate the application of eye drops and other ophthalmic substances or solutions. The utensil (1) proposed herein comprises a monoblock-produced basic structure (2), said basic structure (2) of the utensil (1) comprises a base (3) which is defined by two downward projections (4) each of which having a curved edge (5) curved edges which have a smoothed outline; From the main portion (6) of the base (3) there is a structural extension (7), which has a curved contour (8) and incorporates an opening (9) defined by two extreme sectors that form essentially circular openings (10). and (11) sectors which are interconnected by a narrow passageway (12), the essentially circular opening (10) being an inlet region for the neck of the ophthalmic solution vial (F), while the other essentially circular opening (11) defines a surface suitable for the final positioning of the neck (El) of said vial (F), having a curved downward edge (13).

Description

"UTENSIL TO AID

APPLICATION OF EYES

The present invention deals with a tool specially developed to be used as an aid in the operation of applying eye drops, said tool being configured as a piece that acts as a base on which a eye drop bottle is positioned, said base being positioned by the user over his face and aligned with one of his eyes. The utensil object of this

The purpose of this patent is to facilitate the administration of eye drops and other ophthalmic solutions, thereby acting positively on the correct execution of a

treatment as prescribed. As is well known, the

The use of eye drops and other ophthalmic solutions presupposes

administration of such substances in the form of drops which are

dripped directly over the eyeball and such

substances are normally packaged in small

plastic bottles.

The application of these ophthalmic solutions by the patients themselves can be a complicating factor, since dripping something directly into the eyes is a task that is not faced naturally and requires a minimum and care.

In certain cases, the act of applying the ophthalmic substance by the patient himself may be harmed not only by the patient's eventual lack of dexterity, but may also be complicated in situations where that patient has any motor disturbance, even if moderate.

Therefore, there is no

It is a rare condition that the application of eye drops and other ophthalmic solutions represents a task that is not normally performed to the satisfaction, a fact that incurs drug waste and can still result in impairment regarding the efficiency of the prescribed treatment.

In view of this state of the art, the present tool has been developed, which aims to simplify and facilitate the operation of applying eye drops and other ophthalmic solutions, said tool being defined as a simple and functional construction piece, which serves as the basis for placement of an eye drop bottle. The utensil treated herein provides that it is properly positioned on the face of its user having on its structure the vial containing the substance to be administered.

The applicator treated herein allows the vial containing the substance to be administered to be kept at a safe distance from the eyeball and in a suitably stable position, thus making the administration of the solution a simple and rapid operation. The eye drop aid object of this patent will be described in detail with reference to the following related drawings, in which: Figure 1 illustrates the subject eye in a view in

perspective;

Figure 2 illustrates the utensil in question in a side view;

Figure 3 shows a front view of said utensil to aid the application of eye drops.

treated;

Figure 4 shows a top view of said appliance;

Figure 5 illustrates a perspective view of the utensil now treated having on its structure a model

eye drops or similar solution, said view serving to portray the manner in which said bottle is properly positioned over the present

utensil; and

Fig. 6 schematically illustrates a practical use situation of the utensil herein treated.

As illustrated by the above figures, the fact remains that the tool to assist in the application of

Eye drops object of this patent and indicated by the reference numeral 1 is characterized by the fact that it provides a basic structure 2, produced in monoblock and in particular by means of plastic injection process, although the possibility of using other productive processes.

The basic structure 2 of the utensil 1 comprises a base 3 which is defined by two downward projections 4, each of which has a curved edge 5, which curved edges have a smooth outline to allow positioning of the utensil 1 on the user's face can be totally comfortable.

From the main portion 6 of the base 3 there is a structural extension 7, which has a curved contour 8 in its upper region and where an opening 9 defined by two extreme sectors forming essentially circular openings and 11, which sectors are interconnected by a passage, is incorporated. 12, the essentially circular opening being an inlet region for the neck F1 of the ophthalmic solution bottle F, while the other essentially circular aperture 11 defines a surface suitable for the final positioning of the neck of said bottle F, counting the said opening 11 with a curved downward edge 13.

The treated appliance 1 is used as a base which receives on its structure the vial F, said vial being positioned as can be seen in figure 5.

Said figure 5 demonstrates that the utensil 1 allows the vial F to be naturally positioned in an inclined condition and with its neck Fl facing downwards, a fact which allows said utensil 1, when positioned on the user's face and as such. shown in figure 6, can assume a favorable position and spacing with respect to the eye of the same, thus ensuring greater precision in the direction of drops if eye drops or solution

contained in said flask F. The utensil 1 treated herein

It is a simple and functional piece which can be manufactured on a large scale and at a reduced unit cost.

The basic structure 2 of the utensil 1 treated herein may be produced in various materials and employing different production processes, so the design discussed here is not limited to such aspects.

Claims (3)

1. "UTENSIL TO AID THE APPLICATION OF EYES", which is indicated by the numerical reference (1) and is characterized by the fact that it provides basic structure (2), produced in monoblock, said basic structure (2) of the utensil (1) comprises a base (3) which is defined by two downward projections (4) each having a curved edge (5), curved edges having a smoothed contour; From the main portion (6) of the base (3) there is a structural extension (7), which has a curved contour (8) and incorporates an opening (9) defined by two extreme sectors that form essentially circular openings (10). and (11) sectors which are interconnected by a narrow passageway (12), the essentially circular opening (10) being an inlet region for the neck (F1) of the ophthalmic solution bottle (F), while the other essentially circular opening (11) defines a surface suitable for the final positioning of the neck of said vial (F) having a curved downward edge (13). 2. "UTENSIL TO AID THE APPLICATION OF EYES" according to claim 1, characterized in that the utensil (1) now treated is used as a base which receives on its structure the vial (F). said vial (F) is naturally positioned in an inclined condition and with its neck (Fl) facing downwards. 3. "UTENSIL TO AID THE APPLICATION OF EYES" according to claim 1, characterized in that said appliance (1) is intended to be positioned on the face of its user.