According to data approximately 842,000 people in the world die annually from dehydration causes. About 750 million people worldwide lack access to clean water. Mix pak system&rsquos oralrehydrationsalt ors package addresses these needs to put lifesaving treatment into the hands of the people who need it. Mix pak system, s.l. Collaborated with interapothek to develop this new product for its comprehensive pharmaceutical portfolio, an oral rehydration salt ors serum.
The ors package is a dual chamber pouch, with one compartment containing a precise dose of powder supplements and the other containing fresh water. The two chambers are separated by a frangible seal, made with dupont&trade surlyn® resin, which can be opened by applying pressure on the water compartment.
Once the seal is opened, both ingredients mix and the ors is ready to be consumed. The separation of the ingredients eliminates the need for refrigeration and increases the shelf life of the product to two years mixed ors packages have a shelf life of hours. This very simple packaging solution brings lifesaving treatment to people in areas with no electricity, infrastructure, or drinkable water.
