subject: Key Types Of Pharmacy Bags Used In The Medical Industry [print this page] There are various types of pharmacy bags tailored to fit specific requirements in the medical industry. These include re-closeable pharmacy bags, tamper-evident medication transfer bags, narcotic return bags, chemo transfer bags, seal top amber bags and other bags.
Pharmacy bags ensure orderliness in hospitals, pharmacies and other places where medication is dispensed to help prevent tampering and ensure safe transport. There are various types of pharmaceutical bags available essential to the medical industry.
* Re-closeable Pharmacy Bags Clear re-closeable pharmacy bags have a zipper-like seal that is easy to open and close. They are used for storing, displaying and shipping several types of medication. Re-closeable pharmacy bags are a convenient solution to transport medications in large quantities as these bags come in packs that contain bar codes and labels, making them easy to identify.
* Tamper Evident Transfer Bags Transfer bags use a strong adhesive seal closure to secure the delivery of multiple products from the pharmacy. It also has a perforated tear line for easy access.
* Narcotic Return Bags Narcotic medications must be returned in this bag empty or with any unused dose portion. This is meant to provide protection from a problem that may result if narcotics are kept in the open or disposed improperly. The bags have convenient seal top closures and good gauge thickness.
* Must Be Diluted Bags The label on these bags indicate that the medication inside it must be diluted before use. They have convenient sealed closures and a clearly marked indication for diluting the medication.
* Chemo Transfer Bags These bags are used for transferring chemotherapeutic medication (usually contained in vials or syringes) from the pharmacy to the clinic site where it is used. The bags are made for added convenience and to help reduce waste.
* Seal Top Amber Bags Amber bags are meant for protecting several medications that are sensitive to ultraviolet light. Large amber bags may be used as protective covers for IV administration/reservoir bags.
* Orange Block Bags These bags provide a high profile color that can be used for several important purposes. The orange block can be written on to identify the contents or destination.
* Refrigerate Printed Bags There are certain medical products that need to be kept in low temperature conditions. These bags inform users to keep the medications or products refrigerated.
* Infuser Syringe Bags These bags are used to store syringes that are used to deliver nutrients through a patients infuser set and line. The closure seal at the top ensures that the contents are kept inside the bag.
* Blue PRN Bags Blue PRNpharmaceutical bags are used to easily identify the medication prescribed. These are used in hospital pharmacies to transfer medication to the patient in the clinic. PRN indicates take as needed.
* Other Bags Other bags are available for use, depending on the application required. A medical facility should consult its supplier to find products that address its specific needs.
