2022
DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s346923
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Evaluation of Newly Designed Blister Packs for Easier Handling to Prevent Pill Dropping

Abstract: Background Blister packs with paperboard backing, which is useful for displaying instructions and information, are the most popular type of packaging for osteoporosis drugs in Japan. However, the main users of drugs are the aged, who often find blister packs difficult to open or drop their pills during opening. In this study, we compared different types of blister packs in terms of usability and handling. Methods We conducted a subjective and objective study to compare … Show more

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“…The force required to break the packaging for Types B1 and B2 was 51 N and 30 N, respectively; however, patients with RA noted that they had not noticed a substantial difference between the PTP they use daily and the newly designed PTP. Therefore, even patients who have some deformity and dysfunction in their fingers can use PTP made from soft aluminum [ 24 , 25 ].…”
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“…The force required to break the packaging for Types B1 and B2 was 51 N and 30 N, respectively; however, patients with RA noted that they had not noticed a substantial difference between the PTP they use daily and the newly designed PTP. Therefore, even patients who have some deformity and dysfunction in their fingers can use PTP made from soft aluminum [ 24 , 25 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%