First US-FDA cleared RespoKare mask could destroy 99.99% of coronavirus and 15 flu viruses within five minutes of contact

Keep your loved ones safe with a laboratory-tested face mask – RespoKare. These new range of anti-viral masks provides the wearer with active protection via its patented ViraxTM technology which kills viruses and pathogens. According to World Health Organization (WHO), masks are a key measure to reduce Covid-19 transmission and save lives.

“At idsMED, we support WHO’s comprehensive ‘Do it all’ approach to protect ourselves from highly transmittable virus. Apart from wearing a suitable face mask, we should continue to maintain physical distancing, avoid crowded area and close-contact settings, ensure good ventilation of indoor spaces as well as clean our hands regularly. Through RespoKare, we hope to contribute towards overcoming the global Covid-19 pandemic,” said Ben Chang, Group Chief Executive Officer and founder of idsMED group.

RespoKare Anti-Viral Mask

Developed by Innonix Technologies, a global biomedical materials R&D company with numerous intellectual properties and patents developed by US scientists, RespoKare’s active-protection technology is first in the market to receive clearance and distinguished classification by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). RespoKare‘s anti-viral surgical mask is designed to achieve especially low airflow resistance for easy breathing and is therefore suitable for daily use.

Basically, the main difference between an ordinary mask and a RespoKare anti-viral mask is that with the one prior, infected droplets may remain on its surface, thus running the risk of contaminating you when touched. While RespoKare’s mask quickly absorbs said droplets, trap, and destroy them.

The outer layer of RespoKare masks are coated with hydrophilic which allows infected droplets to be rapidly absorbed and trapped. The coating’s low pH environment denatures and damage the surface membrane of viruses within 5 seconds. Infected droplets are quickly wicked away from the outer surface into the second ViraxTM virucidal layer where the viruses are trapped and destroyed by copper and zinc ions. The RespoKare masks have also been tested in independent laboratory with simulated conditions of continuous virus exposure and outstandingly proven to effectively destroy 99.99% of the virus challenge over an 8-hour period.

It ensures the breathing area (nose and mouth) are protected against fluids, microorganisms and particulates at ASTM F2100 Level 3, the highest standard performance requirements in bacterial filtration efficiency.

The Centres for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) advises that individuals should consider their situation and factors when choosing a mask or respirator. This should include whether a person is immune compromised, of older age or with underlying medical conditions. CDC also advocates mask wearing for those whose job involve interacting with large numbers of the public; as well as travellers on planes, buses, trains, or other forms of public transportation, especially if it is for a long period of time on crowded conveyances.

According to idsMED, the largest integrated solutions provider of medical equipment, supplies and services in Asia and the sole distributor of RespoKare masks, the Virax TM coatings are formulated using a patented combination of commonly used food additives that are proven safe and effective.

RespoKare masks are available through idsMED distribution offices across Asia Pacific countries or via designated e-commerce channels Shopee and Lazada. It comes in both an adult size and child size (recommended for ages five to 10 years). For more information, visit https://respokare.com/.

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