Eye Care Solution Container With Retention Device

Abstract

An eye care solution container is described that can be conveniently carried without the risk of loss, leakage or misplacement. The eye care solution container has a retention device that allows it to be clipped to a pocket, an article of clothing or an accessory item. The eye care solution container may also be attached to a zipper pull, a key ring, or the like. The eye care solution container may be one of various sizes and shapes, including a unit dose container.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED PATENT APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority in part to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 61 / 049,761 filed May 1, 2008 entitled “Container For Eyedrop Solution” by Thomas J. Contreras of Winfield, Ill.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]This invention relates generally to dispensing containers, and more specifically to a dispensing container having a retention clip or ring for ease of carrying.[0004]2. Description of Related Art[0005]The use of eyedrops is a necessity for many individuals. Individuals with dry eye syndrome, environmentally irritated eyes, wearers of contact lenses, patients with eye diseases or other conditions which require the use of over-the-counter or prescription ophthalmic pharmaceutical preparations and others, oftentimes require convenient and frequent access to eyedrops or other eye care solutions. Containers for eyedrops can fall from pockets, be misplaced, tip or spill, or otherwise be ina...

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Problems solved by technology

Containers for eyedrops can fall from pockets, be misplaced, tip or spill, or otherwise be inaccessible when needed.

However, men do not have a convenient place to carry eyedrops other than their shirt or pants pockets.

In addition, many women today do not wish to carry purses at all times. Eye care solution containers that are commonly sold today do not have a convenient way to be carried on one's person.

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