Sepha deblistering drives significant cost savings in drug disposal
Synopsis
Challenge
A manufacturer of amoxicillin needed to dispose of expired blister packs but found incinerating them in their packaging too costly. They discovered that incinerating the drugs without the packaging could reduce expenses, leading to the challenge of efficiently removing the medication from the blister packs.
Solution
The site selected the Sepha PressOut Automatic for its efficiency in quickly removing tablets and capsules from blister packs while ensuring safety and compliance. This cost-effective solution minimised manual labor and provided immediate savings in the disposal process.
Benefit
The PressOut Automatic demonstrated immediate ROI with a cost saving of €50,000 from the first project and offered ongoing benefits for future disposal projects. Its ability to streamline operations enhanced safety and efficiency, leading to significant cost savings and improved productivity.
Challenges of expired medications
In the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry, the disposal of expired medication poses significant challenges. A generic drug production site in Ireland faced a substantial surplus of expired blister-packs containing amoxicillin. The high costs associated with incinerating these blister packs prompted the site to explore more cost-effective solutions. This case study examines how investing in the Sepha PressOut Automatic deblistering machine resulted in significant savings and operational efficiencies.
Finding a cost-effective solution for expired drug disposal
Pharmaceutical companies are often left with large quantities of expired drugs due to stringent manufacturing timelines and regulatory requirements. In this instance, the production site needed to dispose of expired blister packs efficiently. The initial plan was to incinerate the penicillin within its packaging. However, it was found that incinerating the drugs outside their packaging could significantly lower expenses. This revelation introduced a new challenge—how to efficiently remove the medication from its blister packaging.
Choosing the right deblistering solution
The site evaluated several deblistering solutions and ultimately chose the Sepha PressOut Automatic for its efficiency and ease of use. This machine is designed to quickly and safely remove tablets and capsules from blister packs, allowing for the separate disposal of packaging and medication.
Why PressOut Automatic?
- Efficiency: The machine can handle large volumes of blister packs quickly, reducing manual labour and time.
- Safety: Designed to ensure that the medication is handled safely, maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
- Cost-effectiveness: The initial investment in the machine was justified by the immediate cost savings realised in the disposal process.
Benefits of the Sepha PressOut Automatic
Immediate ROI
The approval for purchasing the PressOut Automatic was swift due to the clear and immediate return on investment (ROI). The cost savings from the first project alone amounted to € 50,000.
Future Potential
Beyond the immediate project, the PressOut Automatic offers ongoing benefits. It provides a scalable solution that can be utilised for future disposal projects, each potentially yielding significant cost savings. While the ROI for each project will vary depending on the environmental hazard ratings and disposal costs of different drugs, the machine’s versatility ensures its continued value.
Operational Efficiency
The PressOut Automatic streamlined the disposal process, reducing the need for manual labour and increasing the safety and efficiency of handling expired medication. This operational efficiency translates into both direct and indirect cost savings, enhancing the overall productivity of the disposal process.
Conclusion
Investing in the PressOut Automatic deblistering machine proved to be a cost-effective solution for this pharmaceutical production site. The machine not only delivered substantial cost savings on the initial project but also offered a scalable solution for future disposal needs. By reducing the financial and operational burden associated with the disposal of expired medication, the PressOut Automatic has become an invaluable asset.
If your organisation faces similar challenges with the disposal of expired medication, consider the PressOut Automatic as a viable solution. Contact us today to learn more about how our deblistering technology can provide both immediate and long-term benefits for your business.
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