Patent ID: 6540081
Filing Date: 2003-04-01
Classification: B65D,Y02W

Abstract:
A dispenser for dispensing a solid product tablet having a first size, comprising:a. a blister pack having a compartment containing the solid product tablet, said compartment having a top portion, a bottom portion, an opening, and a second size, wherein said second size is larger than the first size of the solid product tablet; b. a housing having a cup member and a first aperture, said cup member cupping a lower portion of said first aperture, said compartment being configured and arranged to protrude through said first aperture, said cup member protecting said bottom portion of said compartment and allowing access to said top portion of said compartment; c. a back plate having a second aperture and a puncture tab, said back plate being configured and arranged to fit within said housing, said second aperture being in alignment with said first aperture, said puncture tab extending from said back plate into said second aperture, wherein said blister pack is positioned between said housing and said back plate; and d. a tray having a bottom, said tray being operatively connected to said back plate, wherein said tray allows the solid product tablet to be dispensed through said second aperture and proximate said bottom of said tray.