Unlocking the secrets to frustration-free PQ testing:
A guide for leaders in Specialty Pharmacies The Need for a Comprehensive PQ Test Plan In the specialty pharmacy sector, maintaining compliance with URAC accreditation and meeting various payor requirements necessitates periodic distribution testing. This is where the significance of a Performance Qualification (PQ) test plan comes into play. A PQ test plan is essential…
Why upgrade to MaxOne from E38?
Unveiling a New Era in Platelet Transport In the rapidly evolving world of medical logistics, efficiency and reliability are paramount. At MaxQ, we’ve developed the MaxOne Universal Shipper, a game-changing solution designed to enhance the transport of blood products like platelets. MaxOne is rapidly becoming the preferred choice over traditional E38 shippers, and here’s why:…
The MaxPlus MTP 3.0 Cooler – A step towards a sustainable future
MaxQ introduced MaxPlus MTP 3.0 recently. The complete re-design of the system includes the use of Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) as the shell of the cooler. MaxQ’s vision is to become 100% sustainable and the adoption of EPP aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainability. While visually similar to the widely known Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), often…
Unlocking Medication Safety:5 Key Insights from URAC Cold Chain Packaging Standards
Explore crucial insights from URAC 5.0 standards on cold chain packaging and medication distribution. Learn how to enhance patient safety and optimize specialty medication handling to ensure stability and reliability. Written by Michael Becker –Pharma Cold Chain SME OPTIMIZING MEDICATION DISTRIBUTION An estimated 75% of the 7,000 prescription drugs in development fall under the category…
Design and Validate Operation-Specific Packaging for Temperature-Sensitive Biologics in 2-4 Weeks
Whether you are planning to implement new packaging, launch a new product, work towards accreditation, conduct a detailed packaging sustainability analysis, kick start a real-time monitoring program, or want to validate your cold chain processes – partnering with an experienced team of packaging scientists might make sense in the long run.
The Key to Specialty Pharmacy Space Savings, Lower Shipping Costs, and Increased Productivity
There are a number of challenges associated with specialty pharmacy direct-to-patient medication delivery. The MaxPlus PharmaPack SP is not any other standard thermal-controlled packaging solution for temperature-sensitive shipments. Learn how we designed the system with the intention to help improve various challenges specialty pharmacies face every day due to their current packaging.
Understanding Dimensional Weight and Why it Matters
What is dimensional weight and why does it matter? When choosing a packaging solution to transport temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, taking DIM weight into consideration can help with cost savings.
Validation and Qualification Insights
In this Max Q & A, Senior Solutions Architect Tyler Rapp shares his experiences and knowledge about validations – common mistakes, observations and tips as well as how MaxQ can help make the process easier.
COVID-19 Vaccine Toolkit: Storage and Transport Updates released in V.5.0
Recent updates to USP’s COVID-19 Vaccine Handling Toolkit address a number of important operational considerations around handling, storage and transport.
How to Comply with FDA Guidance on Bacterial Risk Controls for Platelets
Cerus’ INTERCEPT® blood systems are the front-runners in pathogen-reduced platelet storage. Proper conduct for shipping INTERCEPT platelet bags is the following**: “Inspect the final storage containers for any scrapes or leaks. If a leak is detected, follow instructions in General Product Handling. Routinely disinfect shipping containers per institutional procedure and schedule. Remove clamps from containers…
Pre-Qualified Blood Packaging and Transport Solutions
Comprehensive transport and temporary storage solutions from MaxQ support blood product collections, distribution and transfusion services.
Evolving Pre-hospital Trauma Transfusion Service Blood Transport Needs
Evolving needs for STAT issue of pre-hospital blood transfusion presses need for qualified coolers that are optimized for emergency transport. MaxQ has responded with its MaxPlus EMT Cooler.
Are you ready for Pathogen Reduced (PR) Platelets?
Updated FDA guidelines and recommendations for controlling risk of bacterial contamination require shipping and distribution innovations, like MaxQ’s PR Platelet Shipper.
The Challenges of the Blood Supply Chain
Blood products must go through an elaborate series of steps before they are transfused into the patient. This is known as the blood supply chain, which is illustrated in this infographic.