Where do I get the ‘travel pack’ with gels to keep Biologics (secukinumab) at the correct temperature?

[TBird1]

Any advice about travelling with Biologics appreciated! Thanks!

[KittyJ]

I have a Frio pouch I bought online that holds two pens. It keeps my biologic cool but not at a certain temperature, if it needs to be kept with a certain temp and you need ensure that then something else where the temp is more controllable with a temp reading would be the one to get.

[TBird1 in reply to KittyJ]

Thanks. It doesn’t need to be at an exact temperature just cool but not frozen! Between degrees of 2 and 8 C. I’ll have a look for the pouch you mentioned.

Thanks

[Bootoo]

You can use benepali for up to 4 weeks out of the fridge,( not sure about other biologicals though) just don't let them get too warm.

[RUSTY750]

i took my FRIO pouch to spain and portugal recently on the back of my Motorcycle ... temperatures reached 47 C. the FRIO coped superbly .... friouk.com/product/large-wa...

[Paula-C in reply to RUSTY750]

They don't keep the drugs at fridge temperature though.

[TBird1 in reply to RUSTY750]

It’s good to know it kept it cool in very hot temperatures. I hope you had a good road trip! Thanks

[helixhelix]

Look online for a medicool bag.

[TBird1 in reply to helixhelix]

Will do - thanks!

[bpeal1]

Speak to whichever company fulfils your prescriptions for advice. It depends where you are travelling to and how long you are travelling for but most biologics are find out of the fridge for several weeks.

[Gilliancheche in reply to bpeal1]

Secukinumab cannot be kept out of a fridge for more than a few days then must be used

[bpeal1 in reply to Gilliancheche]

In that case speak to them about what is a suitable way to store it when travelling. They should give you advice and may even be able to supply an appropriate cool bag and ice blocks.

[TBird1 in reply to bpeal1]

That’s a good idea to contact the company that supplies. Thanks

[HethB]

I just bought the Frio that holds 2 pens for my holiday to Greece. Will attach the link

[HethB]

diabeticsupply.co.uk/produc...

[TBird1 in reply to HethB]

Thanks for the link

[Fra22-57]

It unzips and holds 2 pouches that have previously been frozen.very handy thing.My supplier Lloyds homecare also supply’s the alcohol wipes

Mine was supplied by my supplier Lloyds home care.it holds two pouches

[TBird1 in reply to Fra22-57]

Thanks. I might get in touch with my supplier as they talk about a travel pack in their blurb

[Gilliancheche]

I have the same medication. I bought the ICool Prestige which will keep medication between 2 & 8 degrees for up to 24 hours. The Frio pouches will not do this but are fine for keeping things cool. secukinumab needs to be be refrigerated, or can be used within 3or 4 days once removed from refrigeration. Worth doing a couple of test runs to make sure you are familiar with using the bag too

[TBird1 in reply to Gilliancheche]

Thanks for the info.

[Swanfull]

I was told take the Benapali out the fridge and put in your travel cool case but don’t try to cool it down again in fridge, leave room temp, not warm. And keep your injections in your hand luggage with a letter from your Rhuemotologist to say you have to be on it. Hope this helps x

[TBird1 in reply to Swanfull]

Yes that’s very helpful Thanks

[Runrig01]

I’d also recommend the medicool bags, they manage to maintain a temp between 2-8 degrees. Although some are mentioning leaving their Benepali out fir up to ; weeks, it depends where your going. It has to still be below 25 degrees out of the fridge for most biologics, which even a trip to Spain at the moment would exceed that. I’m able to continue refrigerating mine as it stays between 2-8 degrees. Enjoy your holiday 🤪

[TBird1 in reply to Runrig01]

Thank you.

[Hidden]

When out and about in uk when space is not an issue a small vacuum flask works well for some medications. Cool it in the fridge first and protect injectables with kitchen roll or cloth and use as required during the day.

[TBird1 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks