Travelling with medication that needs to be kept cool can be a challenge, especially when you are on the move. Whether you are travelling from A to B to C or just going on a day trip, it is crucial to make sure your medication stays at the right temperature. In this blog, we discuss how to keep your medication cool safely and effectively with the Lifeinabox medication cool box.
Why is refrigerated transport important?
Around 5% of the world's population has to carry refrigerated medication with them at all times, such as insulin or growth hormones. This medication must be kept between 2-8°C at all times to remain effective. Failing to keep this medication at the right temperature can pose serious health risks. This is where Lifeinabox comes in: an innovative solution that gives you the freedom to travel without worrying about the temperature of your medication.
What is Lifeinabox?
Lifeinabox is the world's smallest portable fridge, specially designed for safely transporting fragile medication. With its internal battery that provides up to 6 hours of cooling and the option of charging it with a universal 110-240V power cable, a set of travel adapters and a 12V DC power adapter for the car, Lifeinabox offers unrivalled flexibility. The cool box reaches a stable temperature between 2-8°C within 15 minutes, indicated by a slowly flashing logo on the front.
Using Lifeinabox in the car
When using Lifeinabox in the car, it is important to take a few precautions to make sure the cool box works optimally:
1. Positioning in the car:
- Not on the floor: Never put the Lifeinabox on the floor of the car. The ventilation that draws in fresh air can suck up dust and hair from the floor mats, which can cause the fan to jam.
- Use the travel bag: Hang the cool box from the headrest using the supplied travel bag, or place it on a hard, dust-free surface. This keeps the ventilation clear and allows the cool box to work efficiently.
2. Charging on the go:
- 12V car charger: Use the supplied 12V DC power adapter to keep the cool box charged on the go. This ensures your medication stays at the right temperature throughout the journey, even on long drives.
Travelling by car with cooling bags: preparing gel packs
For medication that needs to be kept between 2-8°C, a combination of products may be desirable. You may only want to bridge the journey (from A to B), in which case a cooling bag is a cheaper and easier solution. Use gel packs that have been frozen beforehand at -18°C for 12 to 18 hours. On arrival at your destination, you can store the medication in the fridge and refreeze the gel packs in the freezer. Keep the cooling bag out of the sun and place it somewhere where the temperature is stable.
Cooling bags for 16-25°C
For medication that needs to be kept between 16-25°C, cooling bags with evaporative elements offer a perfect solution. These elements only need to be immersed in water for 40 seconds and are endlessly reusable, which makes them ideal for repeated use on long journeys.
Conclusion
Travelling with refrigerated medication does not have to be stressful. With the Lifeinabox medication cool box, you have a reliable and user-friendly solution for keeping your medication at the right temperature, wherever you are. Make sure you use and charge the cool box correctly, and enjoy the freedom to travel without worry.
For more information about Lifeinabox and how to get the most out of it, visit our website or contact our customer service.