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Inhaler device, packaging win iF Design award

Expected to be launched commercially in Europe this year, Mundipharma’s k-haler device uses a patented dosing valve and “book-like” carton to help patients use their inhaler more effectively and improve health outcomes.

Expected to be launched commercially in Europe this year, Mundipharma’s k-haler device uses a patented dosing valve and “book-like” carton to help patients use their inhaler more effectively and improve health outcomes.
Expected to be launched commercially in Europe this year, Mundipharma’s k-haler device uses a patented dosing valve and “book-like” carton to help patients use their inhaler more effectively and improve health outcomes.

Improper inhaler technique can result in patients not receiving the prescribed amount of a medication. Beyond usage training, inhaler design is imperative for patient adherence and drug delivery.

To address this issue, Mundipharma International Ltd. worked with London strategic consultancy Precipice Design to develop the k-haler®aerosol device, whose design to help patients use their inhalers more effectively led to it winning a 2018 iF Design Award for packaging design in the medicine/pharmaceutics category.

k-haler’s breath-triggered mechanism is designed to help patients with respiratory conditions better manage their condition. Its patented “kinked” k-valve™ is activated with a low inspiratory force, making it easier for correct patient usage.

Jonathan Marshall, Mundipharma Senior Commercial Lead, says, “We’re delighted that thek-halerdevice has been recognized for its innovative packaging, which is testament to the research and development that went into its design. These simple and effective patient education materials are designed with the aim to help patients use their device correctly, and therefore potentially improve their long-term outcomes.”

The Mundipharmaglobal network of privately owned independent associated companies was foundedin 1956 by doctors and now operates in more than 120 countries worldwide. It focuses on developing business partnerships to identify and accelerate technology across diverse therapy areas including respiratory, oncology, pain and biosimilars.

In the following Q&A, Healthcare Packaging (HCP) discussed the device and its packaging with Miles Hawley, Chief Design Officer, Precipice Design.

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