BAG for drugs, plastic, zipper, 6 x 8 cm, + pictogram 2020
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BAG for drugs plastic 6x8cm pictogram
Definition
Plastic bag intended to contain medication prescribed to a patient.
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Transparent polyethylene
- Dimensions: 6 cm x 8 cm
- Thickness: 50 µm
- Butt-welded on 3 sides
- Watertight zipper closure
- 1 opaque side and 1 transparent side. The opaque side is printed as follows:
- time of day: morning, midday, evening, night, with symbols
- symbols representing various forms of medicines
- medicine name and dosage
- days
- patient's name
- dispensing date
Packaging & Labelling
Pack of 1000 sachets
Instructions for use
The opaque side of the bag is used to write the medicine name, dosage, treatment duration, patient's name, and dispensing date.
Simple pre-printed icons allow to indicate the distribution of doses over the day (morning, midday, evening, night).
- Use language that the patient can understand (drawing + number).
- Write using a ball point pen or fine permanent marker.
- Use one bag per medicine and per treatment.
- Close the bag tightly after opening.
Remarks
For oral treatments of chronic diseases (TB, AIDS, etc.), it is recommended to use a tablet planner.
For liquids and ointments, use recycled containers with a cap (e.g. containers of injectable products) after cleaning and drying them thoroughly.
Storage
Keep the bags in their protective packaging, protected from dust, until use.
MSF requirements
Plastic bag designed to ensure a regular supply for all projects.
Zipper closure provides for a good seal.
Pictogram displaying the patient's name and dispensing date.