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Title:

Herbal Inhaler Formulation (Water soluble steam inhalation drops)

Value Proposition:

The novel patented water-soluble steam inhalation drop contains a blend of active essential oils from Eucalyptus globulus, Ocimum sanctum and other medicinal plants that are recommended by AYUSH for their extensive antimicrobial, antitussive, antispasmodic, anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory property which are backed up by scientific proof for their sustained action. The product mimics the existing conventional steam inhalation liquids but are made water soluble through formulation techniques which significantly reduce the burning sensation to nose and eyes during steam inhalation therapy. The medicinal herb ingredients help to reduce respiratory symptoms; and water solubility allows them to be released slowly along with steam providing long term effects without irritation and preventing dose dumping.

Summary Application:

This novel, patented water-soluble steam inhalation drop is formulated with active essential oils from Eucalyptus globulus, Ocimum sanctum, and other medicinal plants recommended by AYUSH. It offers the following applications:

  • Respiratory Health: Helps alleviate respiratory symptoms such as cough, congestion, and nasal irritation.
  • Antimicrobial Protection: Provides extensive antimicrobial effects, reducing respiratory infections.
  • Therapeutic Benefits: Acts as an antitussive, antispasmodic, anti-allergic, and anti-inflammatory remedy.
  • Improved User Comfort: Reduces the burning sensation in the nose and eyes during steam inhalation therapy, enhancing the user experience.
  • Sustained Action: The water-soluble formulation allows a slow, controlled release of medicinal properties, providing long-term therapeutic effects while preventing dose dumping.
Advantages:

• Controlled or slow release of active ingredients

• Safe and effective steam inhalation therapy up to 30 minutes

• The novel formulation can hold the active ingredients up to 72 hours, if kept open

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology[CSIR-NIIST]
:  director[at]niist[dot]res[dot]in
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Industrial Applications: Medicinal and Aromatics Plants [Agriculture] Nutraceuticals [Drugs and Pharmaceuticals]