UTILIZATION OF PASSIVE PACKAGING IN THE DISTRIBUTION OF TIME-AND TEMPERATURE-SENSITIVE PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS IN INDONESIA

• Main Author: Hendriyanto
• Format: Theses
• Language: Indonesia
• Online Access: https://digilib.itb.ac.id/gdl/view/74206
• Institution: Institut Teknologi Bandung

The process of distributing time-and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products (TTSPP) is an integral part of efforts to improve public health. However, in distributing TTSPP, geographical conditions and limited resources often become obstacles. Mishandling of the system can have an impact on decreasing the quality and efficacy of preparations. This analytical descriptive study was conducted to determine the level of understanding of pharmacists regarding the TTSPP distribution process using passive packaging in Indonesia. This survey used a cross-sectional method. Survey data was collected using a questionnaire prepared based on the WHO Technical Report Series 961 Annex 9 Model guidance for the storage and transport of time–and temperature–sensitive pharmaceutical products. The survey was conducted on pharmacists who work on cold chain products in health facilities, distributors and the pharmaceutical industry. Based on the survey results, it is known that there are still many respondents who do not understand how to use passive packaging properly, and as many as 34.09% of personnel do not receive cold chain handling training. The majority of respondents working in industry and distributors qualified for passive packaging, but only 36.36% of respondents from health facilities qualified during routine operations. The survey results show that there is still a gap in the level of understanding of personnel as well as the suitability of using systems and products along the TTSPP supply chain in Indonesia. These findings indicate the potential for product handling that does not fully comply with WHO standards.