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Puncturable entry-resistant package for low density tablets

US5833071A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 2, 1997
Grant dateNov 10, 1998
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2575/3245
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A child resistant tablet package accommodates low density pharmaceutical tablets. The package includes a blister tray having a planar surface and a plurality of spaced apart open ended tablet accommodating first blister depressions formed therein. A plurality of entry facilitating second blister depressions are provided on the planar surface spaced adjacent each first blister depression. A planar lid is removably sealed over the planar surface of the blister tray and includes portions overlying disposed over the first and second blister depressions. The lid is puncturable through the plane of the lid at a location over the second blister depressions so as to facilitate removal of portions of the lid overlying the first blister depressions so as to expose the tablets for dispensing.

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