abstract |
The present invention provides a method for inhibiting a respiratory pathogen, and/or for treating a respiratory infection in a mammal. The method includes contacting a live respiratory pathogen with a therapeutically effective amount of an essential oil. The live respiratory pathogen is inactivated upon contact with the essential oil. The source of the essential oil is a patch located in the vicinity of the respiratory pathogen. The present invention also provides a kit that includes the adhesive patch, a mask for placing over the nasal passageway, packaging material, and optionally instructions for using the adhesive patch and mask. |