Samya - Packaging for Ayurvedic medicine

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The aim of this project was to introduce a brand of Ayurvedic medicines and create packaging that is more appealing to the youth and convenient for use than the current general packaging used for over the counter Ayurvedic medicines.

Identity

According to Ayurveda, your body is in complete health and well-being when the three dosha in your body are balanced. The identity is a representation of the balance of the three doshas - vata, pitta and kapha.

Visual language

Inspiration : The motifs used on the packaging has been inspired from the symmetrical motifs used on traditional block printed fabrics.

-The motifs illustrated on the packaging are the main ingredients used for the different medicines. --Each medicine is colour coded for easy recall value and is directly associated to the effect of the medicine. Fresh pastel colours have been used to invoke positive and calming feelings.

-There is a subtle incorporation of the medical cross symbol on the layout of the box.

Packaging Materials

Primary Packaging : Alu alu blister foil packaging would be used since it protects the capsules from heat, light and moisture. It is a 100% recyclable.

Secondary Packaging : Card paper would be used to make the box that will be used as a container for the medicine.

The main intention behind this form was to eliminate the use of the bulky plastic or glass containers which is how Ayurvedic medicines are generally packaged and are inconvenient to carry around for daily usage.

Primary Packaging : Since the suggested dosage is 2 tablets per day, 15 strips containing two tablets each would be stacked in the box.

Secondary Packaging : A box which could be hung as a visual reminder. The opening at the bottom will be used to pick the two capsules to be consumed daily. The slit opening on the side could be used to check the amount of remaining strips.