FAQ

Medactiv have the iCool range insulated travel bags that are designed to keep medications cool between 2°C to 8°C from either 12 hours, 24 hours and 36 hours or

Medactiv have the EasyBag range insulated travel bags that are designed to keep medications cool between 16°C to 25°C up to 3 days.

For further Medactiv information, please click here. 

You must carry a copy of a letter from your doctor which you may need to show Customs. The letter should outline any medical conditions, any medications you take and the devices you use for your insulin and blood glucose testing, such as insulin pens, syringes and needles or pump unit.

Also take the medication packaging with your name on the box with you as well.

Instead of packing a cooler with traditional ice packs, which need to be refrozen when they get warm, pick a cool pack, such as those made by Frio, that doesn't require freezing or refrigeration. Just run it under cold water for five to 10 minutes, and crystals in the pouch will keep insulin cool for hours.

For further FRIO information, please click here 

The key thing to do is

a) dry them well

b) store out of the sun, in a cool dry place to avoid mould