GSK Medication Dispenser
In collaboration with GSK and U3A group this project looked at re-designing the storage delivery and dispensing of medication, in the hope of replacing the out dated blister pack design. The healthcare industry is responsible for 4.6% of global greenhouse emissions and 30,000 tonnes of biopharma plastic wastage annually. Blister packs not only contribute to this linear system but also provide a non inclusive user experience for repeat and disabled medication users. This design questions the current medication cycle, providing a packaging dispenser concept which bridges the gap between medication, circular healthcare systems and a better user experience. The simple dispenser design allows for single use of medication for the normal infrequent user. The pour function however provides easy use for every day prescription users, many of whom have dexterity problems and normally choose to separate their medication from blister packs into sorting trays. The magnetic locking system provides a way in which the dispensers can be reused and re-filled, aiding towards a circular healthcare system.
Photographic research of a U3A member with dexterity problems who has grown his finger nail to help pierce the blister pack to retrieve the medication that is prescribed to him.
Early stage prototyping with U3A members to understand the desired functionality and orientation of the dispenser product.
Later stages of prototyping and product development through sketching, 3D printing and user testing.
Pour function for the purpose of quick dispensing into containers and other sorting methods for prescription users.
Single dispensing function for the infrequent user.
GSK magnetic locking system allows for refilling, as part of a new circular healthcare system.
