Liquid for use in a nasal spray and for inhalation via the nose

Abstract

Liquid for use, e.g., in a nasal spray or for inhalation via the nose, consisting of an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil or consisting of an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil and at least one mineral salt, characterized in that the liquid contains at least one colloidal metal.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a liquid for a nasal spray or for inhalation consisting of an aqueous saline solution and at least one essential oil or an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil and at least one mineral salt.

[0002] Conventional nasal sprays almost always contain vasoconstrictors to decongest the nasal mucosa, often including cortisone. While cortisone has well-known negative side effects, decongestants that only affect the nasal mucosa can lead to impaired regeneration of the nasal mucosa and psychological dependence.

[0003] The effect and advantages of an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil compared to pure isotonic saline solutions for moisturizing the nasal mucosa or medical products for decongesting the nasal mucosa are already described in patent DE 197 31472 C2 (file number 197 31472.4-41).

[0004] The effect and advantages of an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil and at least one additional mineral salt are also described in the utility model application dated December 9, 2025 (received by the Patent and Trademark Office on December 10, 2025 with the applicant's reference VPA001 GM - file number of the Patent and Trademark Office not yet known).

[0005] The additional use of colloidal metals complements or expands the application possibilities of a nasal inhalation solution and significantly improves its effectiveness by additionally utilizing the properties of metals, especially the precious metals gold and silver, in a colloidal solution – properties that have already been described and observed many times in naturopathy. Particularly with regard to precious metals, silver and gold are attributed with "unusual reactivity and novel medicinal properties" in scientific studies.

[0006] Gold and silver have long been used to treat various types of cancer, and even exotic tropical diseases like malaria can be treated with them due to their antibiotic properties. The issue of resistant bacteria, which are resistant to conventional antibiotics and complicate work in hospitals, poses a challenge for scientists. "It's crucial to develop new structures, new structural motifs, in order to somehow kill these resistant germs."

[0007] Gold in the form of a medication for osteoarthritis has been available since the 1970s, and the antibacterial effect of silver was already known to the ancient Romans. This property is still used today, with various silver salts being applied to large burns to reduce the risk of infection. "Many people keep silver burn ointment in their first-aid kit at home. The World Health Organization even has a list of essential medicines, which includes this silver compound, silver sulfadiazine."

[0008] See University of Wuppertal, Prof. Dr. Fabian Mohr (2021 - The application of gold and silver in medicine - https: / / www.uni-wuppertal.de / de / thirdmission / wissenschaftskommunikation / transfergeschichten / 2021 / prof-dr-fabian-mohr /

[0009] For example, silver has been used for water disinfection for millennia, even by the ancient Romans. It is now established that silver has an antibacterial effect. It penetrates the bacteria and prevents them from multiplying further. Colloidal silver and microsilver are already used in healing ointments to reduce germs on the skin.

[0010] Colloidal silver is also used for pathological skin changes because it has antibacterial properties against bacteria and fungi, is skin-friendly and not harmful to humans.

[0011] Furthermore, it is described that silver has a positive effect, particularly in homeopathy, on mental strain, headaches, chronic hoarseness, and nervous heart complaints. Even Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179) recommended silver in combination with wine for congestion and coughs.

[0012] The use of gold was already described by the founder of homeopathy, the Arab physician Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843). According to him, gold strengthens inner balance and is said to be particularly helpful in cases of severe depression, palpitations, and lack of vitality. Especially in combination with lavender, it is said to alleviate nervousness, rapid heartbeat, and anxiety related to heart palpitations.

[0013] In the 1930s, the French physician Jacques Forestier successfully treated patients with rheumatoid arthritis using gold compounds. Gold therapy remained the treatment of choice for severe rheumatism until the late 1980s.

[0014] “However, there are new studies showing that the same substance is also active against the HIV virus.” Research in Brazil, where AIDS remains prevalent, has shown that these gold compounds can help. Cancer can also be treated with this preparation. “Completely new studies even demonstrate its effectiveness against Covid-19,” and perhaps, Mohr speculates, “this drug will eventually be pulled out of the drawer again for another disease.”

[0015] “Precious metals, and not just gold and silver, are of great importance in medicine,” says Mohr. “Platinum is also used in cancer therapy. A platinum-based drug has truly cured many people of cancer, and further developments are hoped for in the future. There are particularly high expectations for gold nanoparticles.” (cf. University of Wuppertal, Prof. Dr. Fabian Mohr – see above)

[0016] The nasal spray according to the invention is used under normal circumstances to promote cleansing, pH neutralization of the nasal passages, moisturizing and loosening of mucus in the nasal mucosa twice daily with one electrical pulse per nostril or prior to manual application / massage.

[0017] This results in increased well-being and, in an enjoyable way, sustainable health care with regard to respiratory diseases as well as the planned manual application / massage.

[0018] For the onset of a cold, the application can be increased to five to six electrical impulses per nostril throughout the day. In cases of impaired or temporarily blocked nasal breathing, e.g., due to elevated air pollutant concentrations during urban summer smog, or in cases of so-called...

[0019] In cases of sick building syndrome, MCS (multiple chemical sensitivity) syndrome, or due to dehydration-related crusting, especially during the winter months, a higher dosage of, for example, three to four electrical shocks per nostril per day may also be required.

[0020] The liquid according to the invention serves as a general invigorating agent in everyday working life and at home. It leads to an increase in concentration and is suitable for accident prevention, as well as before and during long car journeys. It can also be used to optimize intellectual performance, for example before exams or test situations, and can have a holistic positive effect on body and mind.

[0021] However, particularly during massage treatments, it effectively prevents the feeling of a blocked nose during the treatment from massively impairing the treatment effect.

[0022] The liquid according to the invention does not primarily have the status of a medicinal product, but offers the possibility of soothing nasal care and uncomplicated natural health care and the improvement of well-being within the framework of manual therapy / massage. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 197 31472 C2

[0003] DE 197 31472.4-41

[0003] Cited non-patent literature

[0000] University of Wuppertal Prof. Dr. Fabian Mohr (2021 - The application of gold and silver in medicine - https: / / www.uni-wuppertal.de / de / thirdmission / wissenschaftskommunikation / transfergeschichten / 2021 / prof-dr-fabian-mohr

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Claims

[1] Liquid for use, for example, in a nasal spray or for inhalation via the nose, consisting of an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil or consisting of an aqueous saline solution with at least one essential oil and at least one mineral salt characterized by that the liquid contains at least one colloidal metal.