Across South Africa, disrupted municipal systems, load shedding-related pump failures, and aging infrastructure have made clean, reliable water a daily concern. Collecting rainwater, borehole water, or storing municipal water in tanks has become the new norm — but stored water carries real risks. Imsyser Steridrops offers a simple, effective solution.
The Hidden Dangers of Collected and Stored Water
Water collected from rooftops, boreholes, streams, or stored in tanks can harbour:
- Bacteria — E. coli, Salmonella, Legionella
- Parasites — Giardia, Cryptosporidium
- Viruses — Hepatitis A, Norovirus
- Algae and biofilm — especially in tanks exposed to sunlight
Even water that looks clear can be contaminated. Consuming unsafe water leads to gastroenteritis, diarrhoea, vomiting, and in vulnerable individuals — children, the elderly, and the immunocompromised — serious illness.
What Are Imsyser’s Steridrops?
Imsyser’s Steridrops is a water purification solution (drops) designed for household and emergency use. A few drops treat a litre of water, neutralising harmful pathogens and making collected or stored water safe to drink.
Key benefits:
- Broad-spectrum pathogen elimination — effective against bacteria, viruses, and protozoa
- Simple to use — a few drops per litre, wait, and drink
- Portable — ideal for travel, camping, load shedding emergencies, and off-grid living
- No unpleasant aftertaste when used correctly
- Cost-effective — one bottle treats hundreds of litres
Practical Water Safety Tips for South African Households
- Always treat collected or stored water before drinking or cooking
- Store treated water in clean, sealed containers away from sunlight
- Clean and disinfect water tanks regularly — at least every 6 months
- Use Steridrops as part of your emergency preparedness kit
- Support your gut health — a strong gut microbiome provides an additional layer of defence against waterborne pathogens
The Gut Health Connection
Even with purified water, waterborne pathogens can occasionally slip through. A robust gut microbiome — supported by Imsyser's Pre & Probiotic — acts as a secondary defence, helping your body resist and recover from microbial exposure. Pairing Steridrops with a daily probiotic protocol is a smart, whole-body approach to water safety.
This article is for educational purposes. Always follow official water safety guidelines from your local municipality and the Department of Water and Sanitation.