Inhalation mask

Abstract

An inhalation mask (1) for an inhalation system (14) comprises a mask body (2) having a port (3) connectable to the inhalation system (14), and an opening (4) with a sealing lip (5) configured for coupling a face (9) such that both the nose and / or mouth are surrounded by the sealing lip (5), the sealing lip (5) comprises a receiving region (6) and a retaining region (7) arranged adjacent to the receiving region (6). In the sealing position, the receiving area (6) shows, at least in one part, one or more conditions resting on the face, being compressed or bent into the inside of the inhalation mask (1), and the inhalation mask (1) is provided with an identification (8) for distinguishing the receiving area (6) and the holding area (7).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to an inhalation mask, an inhalation assembly and the use of an inhalation mask for an inhalation system. Background Art

[0002] Inhalation masks are typically used to connect an inhalation system (e.g. chamber, spacer, MDI) or an inhaler (e.g. jet or mesh inhaler) to the user's face. The inhalation mask should provide a connection from the inhalation system to the user's respiratory system through which the aerosol can flow. Leakage between the inhalation mask and the face should be minimized.

[0003] Medical guidelines recommend the use of inhalation masks, especially for children. People who have difficulty coordinating their breathing, in particular, may benefit from using an inhalation mask. With many inhalation masks, the user can inhale the aerosol from the inhalation system through the mouth and nose.

[0004] The interface with the user's face is usually designed with a flexible material forming the lip. This easily deformable structure combined with the flexible material allows the inhalation mask to flexibly adapt to the geometry of the face, thereby achieving a high seal.

[0005] Currently, many inhalation masks are used inefficiently. They are pressed against the face, resulting in an inadequate seal.

[0006] Due to the flexible and adaptable material properties, very high compression forces can cause great compression of the lips, so that when using a multi-component mask, the hard parts may directly contact the patient's face, thereby reducing wearing comfort and airtightness. Insufficient compression forces can also lead to reduced airtightness. Summary of the invention

[0007] The present invention aims to provide an alternative inhalation mask to improve the above situation.

[0008] The object is achieved by an inhalation mask for an inhalation system, the inhalation mask comprising a mask body having: a port that can be connected to the inhalation system; and an opening with a sealing lip, the opening being configured for coupling with a face so that a nose and / or a mouth are both surrounded by the sealing lip. The sealing lip comprises a stowage area and a retention area arranged adjacent to the stowage area, wherein in a sealed position, the stowage area at least in a portion shows one or more states of resting against the face, being compressed or bent to the inner side of the inhalation mask, and the inhalation mask has a marking that distinguishes the stowage area from the retention area.

[0009] When the inhalation mask is pressed against the face, in particular against the face of a child, the lips are deformed and can be compressed. As a result, the visible part of the lips is reduced. The distance required for the lip to deform is directly related to the applied force and the air tightness. This is due to the geometry and material properties of the lips. The marking shows whether sufficient pressing force has been applied. Thus, the inhalation mask provides a tool for the user or caregiver to help achieve an efficient connection between the face and the mask.

[0010] Good visualization of the mask position helps prevent caregivers, especially parents, from pressing the inhalation mask too hard on the face, especially on the face of a child, as this can lead to reduced wearing comfort and leaks. Compliance and treatment success can therefore be improved. In addition, caregivers can feel secure about the correct position of the mask.

[0011] Improving wearing comfort can improve compliance. Caregivers can find out how hard or how much force is needed to press the mask onto the face to achieve an airtight position, providing a high level of wearing comfort for the user or child while meeting the necessary airtightness for efficient medication therapy.

[0012] Inhalation masks are particularly used to treat respiratory diseases or conditions that affect humans, such as adults, children, toddlers, infants or newborns. They can also be used for the treatment of animals.

[0013] The inhalation mask comprises a mask body for receiving the nose and / or mouth of a user. The outer surface of the mask body is exposed to the surrounding environment.

[0014] Inhalation masks are available in different specifications: for example, with and without valves, holes and other openings. The interface with the user's face is usually designed with a flexible material forming the lip. They are used in different inhalation systems, such as jet nebulizers, membrane nebulizers, spacers, chambers, etc.

[0015] Inhalation masks are made of different materials and structures. Common structures include single-component structures or multi-component structures. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), silicone, polycarbonate (PC), polypropylene (PP), thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), and other materials are used in inhalation masks.

[0016] The inhalation system preferably includes an aerosol generating device. An aerosol generating device preferably includes a nebulizer, a sprayer, a humidifier, a compressed air nebulizer, an air nebulizer, an electronic nebulizer, an ultrasonic nebulizer, an electric fluid dynamic nebulizer, an electrostatic nebulizer, a membrane nebulizer, a nebulizer with a vibrating membrane, an electronic nebulizer with a vibrating membrane, a mesh nebulizer, a jet nebulizer, an MDI, an inhaler, a powder nebulizer, a dry powder inhaler (DPI) or a combination thereof. An MDI includes a pressurized canister with a drug and a propellant.

[0017] The inhalation system may comprise means for providing an aerosol. The means for providing an aerosol preferably comprises a spacer or chamber. The means for providing an aerosol is preferably a device arranged for use with an MDI. The means for providing an aerosol comprises a spacer or chamber arranged to receive an aerosol, preferably provided by an MDI, so that the user can inhale the aerosol.

[0018] The spacer does not have any valve. The chamber or reservoir has an inhalation valve and preferably also an exhalation valve.

[0019] Aerosols for therapeutic purposes are generated by an aerosol delivery device and delivered to a desired location in the body of a user or patient. Aerosols are mixtures of solid or liquid particles and gases. Aerosols are preferably used for application to certain parts of the human or animal body, such as the skin, body cavity, body opening, nose, paranasal sinus, maxillary sinus, frontal sinus, sphenoid sinus, ethmoid sinus, pharynx, larynx, trachea, lung, main bronchi, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli, joints or abdominal cavity.

[0020] Aerosols can be used to prevent, diagnose or treat disease, or immune disorders in humans and animals. They can be used to treat respiratory symptoms or diseases affecting adults, children, toddlers, infants or newborns.

[0021] Preferably, the sealing lip comprises a flexible component like an elastic material which returns to its original size and shape when the impact or force is removed. The elastic material may comprise silicone rubber or an elastomer, in particular a thermoplastic elastomer.

[0022] The flexible member may include a transparent material and a non-transparent material. One of these materials may be disposed in the stowage area and the other material may be disposed in the holding area.

[0023] The sealing lip includes a stowage area that is deformed when the mask is correctly pressed against the face. The stowage area can be deformed so that it rests against the face, bends into the interior of the mask body, or is compressed when it is correctly pressed against the face. Some or all of this can occur simultaneously. This deformation can cause the stowage area of ​​the sealing lip to become invisible, or at least more difficult to see from the outside of the mask. The mask may be at least partially formed of a transparent material. In one embodiment, the stowage area is formed of a transparent material. When the mask is deformed in the correct manner, the transparent material becomes invisible. When resting against the face or bending into the interior of the mask body, the stowage area can still be seen through this material, but at least it is less easily visible.

[0024] The retention area is part of the sealing lip and is arranged adjacent to the stowage area and, when used properly, it comes into contact with the external environment of the mask.

[0025] The marking allows to distinguish between the stowage area and the holding area. This can be achieved in a number of ways. Preferably, the stowage area and the holding area are optically designed in different ways. In one embodiment, they are designed to have different tactile sensations. In one embodiment, the separation of the stowage area and the holding area can be seen or felt. The separation can be a ribbing, a notch, a groove or a line.

[0026] The two areas may show different roughnesses, or one of the areas may have a glossy finish applied. Furthermore, one of the areas may be provided with a coloration. The coloration may only be provided in certain areas of the logo, for example stripes or dots appear in the logo area. Furthermore, different surface structures or textures may also be provided. The loading area and the holding area may be transparent.

[0027] Another embodiment of the logo includes one or more of the following logo elements: grooves, recesses, protrusions, bubbles and ridges. The recesses, protrusions, bubbles and ridges can be circular or oval. The logo elements can be provided in the flexible component. They visualize the deformation required for the mask. Different sizes of logo elements, arranged in size and distance to the boundary between the holding area and the stowing area, can provide users with better information about the actual state and the good sealing pressure state. The logo may include rows of circular protrusions. The protrusions can be arranged parallel to the boundary between the holding area and the stowing area. The protrusions in the row closest to the boundary can have the largest diameter. The protrusions in the row farthest from the boundary can be shown as the smallest diameter, while the protrusions in the row between the two rows show a diameter size between the protrusions in the nearest row and the farthest row. In this way, the user can see that as the pressing force increases, the protrusions of different sizes are retracted and thus disappear. Therefore, the user can more easily assess how much pressing force should be applied when wearing the mask.

[0028] Of course, multiple options can be combined.

[0029] In one embodiment, the logo comprises two different materials.

[0030] In one embodiment, the logo includes a material from the following: silicone and thermoplastic elastomer for the stowage area and another material from polyvinyl chloride, polycarbonate and polypropylene for the retention area. In one embodiment, two materials with different surface feels are used for the logo.

[0031] According to one embodiment, the indicia may include a first color for the stowage area and a different color for the holding area.

[0032] Markings may include markings or surface structures.

[0033] The markings or surface structures may be provided in the stowage area and the holding area. In one embodiment, the markings or surface structures are provided in the stowage area and the holding area. It may be appropriate to provide different configurations of markings or surface structures in different areas. In one embodiment, the markings or surface structures are arranged as a pattern. The markings or surface structures may include different material thicknesses, different surface roughnesses, matte areas, shiny areas, polished areas, bubbles, ridges, protrusions, recesses, colors, finishes, marks or scratches.

[0034] In one embodiment, the marking or surface structure comprises a plurality of elements.

[0035] The multiple elements or items may be points, polygons, ellipses, circles, convexities or concavities.

[0036] The markings or surface structures can be arranged at least to some extent in the holding area, wherein the size of the elements is related to their distance from the receiving area.

[0037] The size of the elements arranged close to the stowage area may be larger than the size of the elements arranged away from the stowage area. This may indicate the pressing force required to maintain a good seal.

[0038] The surface structure may include ribbing, indentations or grooves.

[0039] The ribbing may be arranged between the stowage area and the retention area. In one embodiment, the ribbing is arranged on the retention area.

[0040] In one embodiment, when the mask is pressed against the face in the correct manner, the logo is not visible from the outside of the mask body.

[0041] The logo can be a color or mark placed on the stowage area. When the mask is pressed on the face in the correct way, the stowage area with the logo should be invisible or at least more difficult to see because it rests on the face, is compressed or bent to the inside of the mask body.

[0042] One aspect of the present invention is an inhalation assembly comprising an inhalation mask and an inhalation system. The inhalation system can be a system arranged to provide medicine, gas or aerosol. Preferably, the inhalation system comprises a metered dose inhaler, a chamber, a spacer, a nebulizer, a sprayer, a jet nebulizer or a vibrating mesh nebulizer.

[0043] One aspect of the present invention is to provide a method for using an inhalation mask, comprising: pressing the inhalation mask against the face so that the nose and / or mouth are surrounded by the sealing lips, and adjusting the pressure by observing the markings so that the stowage area is deformed so that it is not visible from the outside of the mask or does not contact the surrounding environment outside the mask, while the retention area is still visible or in contact with the surrounding environment.

[0044] By observing the markings, the caregiver can increase the pressing force when he sees that the stowage area is still visible. On the other hand, he can reduce the pressing force when he sees that the holding area is not completely visible. When the holding area is in contact with the surroundings, it can be seen.

[0045] In one embodiment, the marking comprises a deformation indicator or airtight indicator, which is preferably located on the elastic lip to mark the correct position so as to visualize the deformation of the lip for the caregiver or parent. The inhalation mask can be equipped with a flexible deformable part for visualizing the deformation path. The desired position is marked on the lip.

[0046] The airtight indicator can support the visualization of the required deformation path to achieve a high seal through markings on the lip. This can be achieved by making circumferential marks on the lip that disappear by compressing the lip so that the caregiver or parent can apply the mask with the correct force.

[0047] Examples of markings include color codes, symbols, fluff, depressions, grooves or lines. The depressions or fluff may appear as bubbles. In addition, it is recommended to use geometric forms that can be combined to form a defined figure or outline in the correct position. Surface textures, such as erosion structures, can also be used as markings.

[0048] In one embodiment, the marking includes markings or surface structures that show a symbol when the inhalation mask is correctly pressed against the face. This can be achieved by structures or markings that remain distant from each other when the seal is not stressed. When stress is applied to the seal, the structures or markings can move closer together, thereby creating a symbol.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment, when a pressing force is applied, the sealing lip rolls toward the inner side of the mask, and the mask contacts the face. When the sealing lip rolls, the stowed area rolls first. When the mask is pressed further against the face, the retaining area also begins to roll inward. When pressure is applied accordingly, the stowed area and the retaining area may roll toward the inner side of the mask. If the pressure is applied correctly, ideally, the stowed area is completely rolled in and the retaining area is not rolled in at all.

[0050] In one embodiment, the degree of rolling is related to the pressing force used to press the mask onto the face. The sealing lip may roll more at higher pressing forces and less at lower pressing forces. For rolling of the stowed area, a smaller pressing force may be required than for rolling the holding area. The pressing force may increase with movement toward the face. In one embodiment, the holding area is harder than the stowed area. In this embodiment, the pressure increases suddenly when the holding area starts to roll.

[0051] Preferably, the sealing lip is made of one material, with no difference in the material of the receiving area and the retaining area. Part of the mask or the entire mask may be fluorinated. Preferably, it is free of coating.

[0052] In one embodiment, there is no additional material in the form of corrugations or wrinkles in the sealing lip to allow deformation to fit closely to the face, particularly around the nose. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0053] Figure 1 An inhalation mask with logo is shown;

[0054] Figure 1a A view showing a logo formed into a wave shape;

[0055] Figure 1b A view showing a logo formed into a bubble shape;

[0056] Figure 1c A view showing a colored logo;

[0057] Figure 1d A view showing a logo formed in the form of lines, ribs, grooves or indentations;

[0058] Figure 2 An inhalation mask having a marking arranged at a distance from a sealing boundary is shown;

[0059] Figure 2a A view showing a logo formed into a wave shape;

[0060] Figure 2b A view showing a logo formed into a bubble shape;

[0061] Figure 2c A view showing a colored logo;

[0062] Figure 2d A view showing a logo formed in the form of a plurality of lines, smaller ribs;

[0063] Figure 3 An inhalation mask having indicia disposed in a holding area is shown;

[0064] Figure 3a A view showing a logo formed into a wave shape;

[0065] Figure 3b A view showing a logo formed into a bubble shape;

[0066] Figure 3c A view showing a colored logo;

[0067] Figure 4 An inhalation mask with logo is shown;

[0068] Figure 4a A view showing a logo formed into a wave shape;

[0069] Figure 4b A view showing a logo formed into a bubble shape;

[0070] Figure 4c A view showing a colored logo;

[0071] Figure 4d A view showing a logo formed in the form of a line;

[0072] Figure 5 An inhalation mask with logo is shown;

[0073] Figure 5a A view showing a logo formed into a wave shape;

[0074] Figure 5b A view showing a logo formed into a bubble shape;

[0075] Figure 5c A view showing a colored logo;

[0076] Figure 6 A side view of an inhalation mask is shown;

[0077] Figure 7 A view showing application of an inhalation mask to the face;

[0078] Figure 8 shows a side view of an inhalation mask with its sealing lips adapted to the facial contours;

[0079] Fig. 9 Shown is applied to the face Figure 8 Inhalation mask;

[0080] Fig.10 shows a side view of an inhalation mask with its sealing lips adapted to the facial contours;

[0081] Fig.11 Shown is applied to the face Fig.10 Inhalation mask;

[0082] Fig.12 An inhalation assembly with a chamber is shown;

[0083] Fig.13 An inhalation assembly is shown; and

[0084] Fig.14 An inhalation assembly with a nebulizer is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0085] Figure 1 An inhalation mask 1 is shown having a mask body 2, a port 3 connectable to an inhalation system, an opening 4 and a circumferential sealing lip 5 arranged at the opening 4. The circumferential sealing lip 5 is used to apply the mask to the face of a user. The sealing lip is shown with a stowage area 6 and a holding area 7.

[0086] When the mask 1 is pressed against the face with sufficient force, the user can no longer see the stowage area 6. It rests against the face or is compressed so that it cannot be seen from the outside. In this condition, the holding area 7 is still visible.

[0087] The line between the stowage area 6 and the holding area 7 is a marking 8, which allows the user to distinguish between the stowage area 6 and the holding area 7. In this way, the user can see whether the pressing force is sufficient or whether the pressing force must be increased or decreased. The user can optimize the pressing force to create a good seal between the mask 1 and the face.

[0088] Figure 1a Shows Figure 1 The embodiment of the logo 8 shown in FIG. Here, the logo 8 is realized by a surface structure formed on the receiving area 6. In this case, the surface structure presents a wave form.

[0089] Figure 1b Shows Figure 1 The embodiment of the logo 8 shown. The logo 8 is also realized by a surface structure formed on the receiving area 6. In this embodiment, the surface structure is shown in the form of bubbles.

[0090] Figure 1c A marking 8 is shown which is achieved by a color difference between the loading area 6 and the holding area 7 .

[0091] Figure 1d A marking 8 is shown which is formed by a line, a rib, a groove or an indentation arranged between the receiving area 6 and the retaining area 7 .

[0092] Still further options are available to allow the user to differentiate between the receiving area 6 and the holding area 7, such as different roughness or glossiness of the areas. Coloring may only be provided in certain areas of the logo 8, for example, stripes or dots appear in the area of ​​the logo 8. Furthermore, different surface structures or textures may also be provided. The receiving area 6 or the holding area 7 may be transparent. Of course, several options may be combined.

[0093] Figure 2 Shows something like Figure 1 In the inhalation mask 1 of the mask shown in FIG. , the logo 8 is arranged on the stowage area 6 at a certain distance from the sealing boundary.

[0094] When the mask 1 is pressed against the face with sufficient force, the user will no longer be able to see the logo 8. The logo rests against the face or is compressed so that it is not visible from the outside. When the user places the mask 1 on the face and starts to increase the pressing force, first the receiving area 6 without the logo 8 will disappear. After this, as the pressing force continues to increase, the area with the logo 8 will disappear. Therefore, when the area with the logo 8 starts to disappear, the user sees that he is close to the optimal pressing force. The user knows that the increase in the pressing force required at this time is very small. Therefore, he can act more carefully from this point on and avoid giving the patient uncomfortable pressing forces.

[0095] Figure 2a Shows Figure 2 . Here, the logo 8 is realized by a surface structure formed on a portion of the stowage area 6 adjacent to the holding area 7. In this case, the surface structure is shown in the form of waves.

[0096] Figure 2b An embodiment of the mark 8 is shown, such as Figure 2a The marking 8 is shown. Here, the marking 8 is realized by a surface structure shown as a bubble. The bubble covers a large area around the contact area of ​​the stowage area and the holding area. In this way, the transition area of ​​sufficient pressing force can be marked. The user may be able to adjust the pressing force more easily according to the transition area and avoid stress caused by trying to apply the ideal pressing force.

[0097] Figure 2c An embodiment of a marker 8 is shown, similar to Figure 2a and Figure 2b The logo 8 shown in . Here, the logo 8 is realized by different colors of the logo.

[0098] Figure 2d Shown with Figure 2a , 2b The logo 8 is arranged in the same area as the logo 8 shown in 2c. Here, the logo 8 is realized by multiple lines or smaller ribs.

[0099] Available in slightly different areas such as Figure 2 The logo 8 shown. The logo 8 can be arranged in the holding area 7 close to the loading area 6. In this way, only a part of the holding area 7 is provided with a special structure or color.

[0100] Figure 3 Shown with Figure 1 and Figure 2 An inhalation mask 1 similar to the mask shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the logo 8 is arranged on the holding area 7 .

[0101] When the mask 1 is pressed against the face with sufficient force, the logo 8 can be fully seen from the user. The unmarked stowage area 6 rests against the face or is compressed so that it is not visible from the outside. When the user places the mask 1 on the face and begins to increase the pressing force, the stowage area 6 without the logo 8 will disappear.

[0102] Figure 3a , 3b and 3 c show an embodiment of a marking 8 , such as a surface structure with waves or bubbles and colors.

[0103] Figure 4 Shown with Figure 1 An inhalation mask 1 is similar to the mask shown in FIG. Figure 1 The inhalation mask 1 shown is Figure 4 The difference between the illustrated inhalation masks 1 lies in the configuration of the circumferential sealing lip 5 . Figure 1 The sealing lip 5 shown has a mostly flat contour. Figure 4 The sealing lip 5 shown is shown to be more adaptable to the contours of the face. It provides space for the nose and chin. The sealing lip 5 is thicker around the chin and between the nose and chin, and thinner around the nose and chin. Therefore, it is thinner than the sealing lip 5 shown in FIG. Figure 1 The mask 1 shown provides a better sealing capability. The stowage area 6 has the same thickness in all areas. The holding area 7 is thinner around the nose and chin than in other areas. The sealing material can be distributed to the stowage area 6 and the holding area 7 in other ways. For example, the thickness of the holding area 7 can be the same thickness in all parts, and the thickness of the stowage area 6 can be adapted to the facial contours. In addition, it is also possible to adapt both areas to the facial contours.

[0104] Figure 4a , 4b 4c and 4d show different embodiments of the logo 8, such as Figure 1a , 1b , 1c and 1d. Figure 1 , 1a As shown in the description of 1a, 1b, 1c and 1d, many options are possible for marking the logo 8. Surface structures of waves and bubbles, coloring and lines or ribbing are only examples.

[0105] Figure 5 Shown with Figure 3 The mask shown is similar to inhalation mask 1. Figure 3 The inhalation mask 1 shown is Figure 5 The difference between the inhalation masks 1 shown is the configuration of the circumferential sealing lip 5. The shape of the sealing lip 5 is Figure 4 The seal lip 5 shown in FIG. 8 is similar. The mark 8 is arranged on the holding area 7, such as Figure 3 The mask shown in Figure 1 is shown.

[0106] Figure 5a , 5b 5c show different embodiments of the logo 8, which can be used with Figure 5 These embodiments are equivalent to the mask 1 shown in FIG. Figure 3a , 3b and 3c. These embodiments are only examples. As mentioned above, many embodiments for identification 8 are possible.

[0107] Figure 6 Shown with Figure 3 A side view of a mask 1 similar to the mask 1 shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the embodiment of the marking 8 is as follows Figure 3a As shown. The mark 8 marks the holding area 7. Adjacent to the mark 8 is the stowage area 6. The mark 8 is a mark for visualizing the deformation trajectory or deformation path. It shows to what extent the inhalation mask 1 must be deformed to provide a good seal.

[0108] Figure 7 Shows Figure 6 The mask 1 shown in FIG. 1 is pressed against the face 9 with an optimized pressing force. The mask is deformed and the stowage area 6 is not visible. It rests on the face 9 or is compressed. In this case, the mask 1 shows a good seal and does not harm the patient. The user presses the mask 1 on the face 9 and gets feedback about the pressing force. He can see how much material of the sealing lip 5 should disappear and can adjust the pressure accordingly.

[0109] Figure 8 Shown with Figure 6 The difference between the two masks 1 is that Figure 8 The sealing lip 5 adapted to the facial contour is shown. Figure 4 and Figure 5 Description. An example of an implementation of the identifier 8 is Figure 5a shown.

[0110] Fig. 9 Shows Figure 8 The mask 1 shown in FIG. is pressed against the face 9 with an optimized pressing force. Figure 7 The situation shown differs in that the contour of the holding area 7 is adapted to the face 9 in a better manner.

[0111] Fig.10 Shown with Figure 8 A side view of a mask 1 similar to the mask 1 shown in FIG. Figure 8 The mask 1 shown in FIG. 1 differs in that the logo 8 is arranged in the stowage area 6 instead of the holding area 7. Another difference is that the logo 8 is realized by bubbles instead of waves.

[0112] Fig.11 Shows Fig.10 The mask 1 shown in FIG. 1 is pressed against the face 9 with an optimized pressing force. The logo 8 on the stowage area 6 can no longer be seen from the outside.

[0113] Fig.12 An inhalation assembly 11 is shown, comprising a mask 1, a chamber 12 and a metered dose inhaler (MDI) 13. Upon activation, the MDI 13 releases an aerosol into the chamber 12. The chamber 12 is connected to the mask 1, which can be applied to the face of a patient so that the patient can inhale the aerosol.

[0114] Fig.13 An inhalation assembly 11 is shown, which includes a mask 1 and an inhalation system 14. The inhalation system 14 may include a nebulizer like a jet nebulizer, a vibrating membrane nebulizer, or any other inhalation system 14. The inhalation system 14 is connected to the mask 1, which can be applied to the patient's face so that the patient can inhale medicine, gas, aerosol, or any substance provided by the inhalation system 14.

[0115] Fig.14 There is shown an inhalation assembly 11 comprising a mask 1 and a nebulizer 15. In this example, the nebulizer 15 is a jet nebulizer.

[0116] Reference numerals list

[0117] 1 Mask

[0118] 2 Mask body

[0119] 3 Ports

[0120] 4 Opening

[0121] 5 Sealing lip

[0122] 6 Loading area

[0123] 7. Keep Area

[0124] 8. Logo

[0125] 9 Face

[0126] 11 Suction components

[0127] 12 Chamber

[0128] 13MDI

[0129] 14 Suction system

[0130] 15 Atomizer

Claims

1. An inhalation mask (1) for an inhalation system (14), comprising: The mask body (2) comprises: a port (3) connectable to said inhalation system (14), and an opening (4) with a sealing lip (5), the opening (4) being configured for coupling to a face (9) such that the nose and / or mouth is surrounded by the sealing lip (5), The sealing lip (5) comprises a receiving area (6) and a holding area (7) arranged adjacent to the receiving area (6). in, In the sealed position, the stowage area (6) at least in one portion shows one or more states of resting against the face, being compressed or bent to the inside of the inhalation mask (1), and The inhalation mask (1) is provided with a mark (8) for distinguishing the receiving area (6) from the holding area (7).

2. The inhalation mask (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that The logo (8) comprises two different materials.

3. The inhalation mask (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that The marking (8) includes a first color for the stowage area (6) and a different color for the holding area (7).

4. An inhalation mask (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The marking (8) comprises a mark or a surface structure.

5. The inhalation mask (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that The marking or surface structure comprises a plurality of elements.

6. The inhalation mask (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that The markings or surface structures are arranged at least to a certain extent in the holding area (7), the size of the elements being related to their distance from the receiving area (6).

7. The inhalation mask (1) according to any one of claims 4, 5 and 6, characterized in that The surface structure includes ribs, notches or grooves.

8. The inhalation mask (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that When the inhalation mask (1) is correctly pressed against the face (9), the logo (8) is not visible from the outside of the mask body (2).

9. An inhalation assembly (11) comprising an inhalation mask (1) according to any one of the preceding claims and an inhalation system (14).

10. A method for using an inhalation mask (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein: The method comprises the following steps: pressing the inhalation mask (1) onto the face (9) so that the nose and / or mouth are surrounded by the sealing lip (5), and By adjusting the pressure by observing the mark (8), the stowage area (6) is deformed so that the stowage area (6) is not visible from the outside of the inhalation mask (1) or loses contact with the surrounding environment outside the inhalation mask, while the holding area (7) is still visible or in contact with the surrounding environment.

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