Medicine Capsules Blister Packaging Film

Medicine capsules blister packaging film is a composite material used for pharmaceutical packaging, which is usually used to protect the quality and extend the shelf life of pharmaceuticals. Pharmaceutical capsules blister packaging film is usually characterized by moisture resistance, light shielding and easy puncture to ensure the stability and safety of pharmaceuticals during storage and use. Blister packaging film is widely used in the packaging of various pharmaceutical capsules, such as cold medicine, anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin capsules and so on. It not only protects the medicine, but also improves the added value and market competitiveness of the medicine.

medicine capsules blister packaging film

Blister packaging is generally manufactured by thermoforming process, i.e., heated plastic sheets are formed into desired bubble structures in the molds, then the medicines are put into these bubbles, and finally sealed with a layer of sealing material (e.g. aluminum foil). The main features of medicine capsules blister packaging film include:

Material composition:

– PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): commonly used as the base film for blisters, it has good transparency and molding properties.

– PVDC (Polyvinyl Chloride Copolymer): commonly used as the surface film of blisters, with excellent barrier properties, and can effectively prevent moisture and oxidation.

– PE (polyethylene): sometimes used as the inner or outer layer to increase flexibility and sealing.

– Aluminum foil: often used as the inner layer of blister packs, blister aluminum foil providing excellent barrier properties to prevent the intrusion of light, oxygen and moisture.

– PET (polyester): can enhance the mechanical strength and thermal stability of the blister.

Functional characteristics of medicine capsules blister packaging film:

– Moisture resistance: the blister packaging film for pharmaceutical capsules can effectively block moisture and prevent the drugs from moisture deterioration.

– Shading: the aluminum foil layer can effectively block the light to avoid chemical reaction or degradation of drugs due to light.

– Easy to puncture: the packaging film is designed to be easy to be punctured by the patient or user in order to remove the medicine capsule.

– Printing: Printing of drug information, instructions for use and other text or patterns on the packaging film is available upon request.

– Protection: Effectively prevent the drug from moisture, oxidation, and protect the stability of the drug.

– Sealability: good sealing performance can extend the shelf life of the drugs.

– Convenience: It is convenient for patients to access the medicine and easy to carry.

When choosing medicine capsules blister packaging film, you need to consider the characteristics of the drug, storage conditions and the production process of packaging and other factors to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the packaging.