DISPOSITIVO DE APLICACAO DE SOLUCOES (EM ESPECIAL OFTALMICAS) COM UM ADAPTADOR PARA REMOVER SUBSTANCIAS CONSERVANTES

摘要

There is presented a device for removing a preservative from ophthalmic and other solutions as the solution is dispensed from a container. The device preferably comprises a container having squeezable sidewalls defining a solution retaining chamber, but may also be an aerosol can or other container. The container also preferably includes a neck portion and a dispensing head having a container outlet on its end through which the solution is dispensed. Means for removing the preservative from the solution as the solution is dispensed from the chamber through the container outlet are also provided. This removing means preferably comprise scavenging material. The preservative is removed upon, contact with the scavenging material.