Medical kits

Tailor-made products

Interagency Emergency Health Kit (IEHK) is now available from Missionpharma.       

Local distribution

The facilitation of the local distribution of medical products can be a complicated issue to handle. In many cases, end users are located in different parts of a country, which puts further demands on the local health management system. A medical kit containing the right combination of products for the specific destination eases the distribution challenges considerably.

Carton markings

A clear overview of the type, quantity, batch number and expiry date of the products is marked on each carton, excluding the need to open the carton prior to re-distribution. We provide all our cartons with complete packing lists containing all relevant information to facilitate easy identification by the medical staff.

Furthermore, the cartons are marked with colour codes for visual identification - an important feature when different kits are shipped to the same destination.

Emergency situations

In critical situations, where emergency assistance is needed, it is crucial that the right combination of products is ready for shipment within a very short time frame. In addition to being able to pack a range of kits at short notice, we also offer our customers a facility whereby we keep a stock of pre-packed kits in our warehouse for immediate shipment upon request. Read more about our Emergency Assistance services.

Packing optimization

Needless to say, it is imperative that kits are packed to best fit the conditions under which they are transported. Furthermore, in order to minimise transportation costs, packing is optimised to best utilize the space available. Therefore, we always create a sample carton before the actual kit production begins, ensuring that:

• If possible, no air is left inside the carton.
• The weight is evenly distributed inside the carton.
• Glass items are placed in the middle of the carton and secured in fixed positions by other items.
• Liquid products are placed horizontally and packed individually in airtight plastic bags.

Furthermore, we always design our kit cartons to optimally fit the measurements of a standard container. This not only ensures that kits are not damaged during transportation but also minimises transportation costs.

User instructions

It is of crucial importance that the local medical staff know how to use the products in the kit most effectively. Instruction booklets in the local language containing diagnostic and treatment guidelines are often included in our kits.

Electronic packing system

All our kits are supplied with an extensive kit packing list which includes complete batch information, a service directly integrated into our internal system. This enables the tracking of products at any time, which is an important element in the handling of recalls and claims. It also minimises the risk of errors and maintains control of the products and expiry dates in each carton.

Read more about a comprehensive kit packing project in Kenya, which was realised during the summer 2005. The project involved local production and in-country distribution of 25.000 medical kits.