New security concept for counterfeit drugs

COUNTERFEITERS do not hesitate to take empty original containers from dumpsters, in order to refill them and illegally sell them as originals. Schreiner MediPharm prevents this misuse with Flexi-Cap, a new security concept based on an innovative combination of label and cap.

Flexi-Cap prevents counterfeiting of drugs through misuse of original containers (Photo by Schreiner MediPharm)

One of the features to prevent misuse is an innovative security solution that combines first-opening indication and labeling: Flexi-Cap irreversibly shows that a primary container has been opened, and thus prevents illegal reuse and filling of empty containers with counterfeit substances.

How it works

The film cap is first put over the closed container, then the label is applied without covering the peel-open tab on the opening strip. Once the strip is opened, the bottom part of the cap, together with the label, remains attached to the container. Attempting to remove the rest of the cap destroys the label. This eliminates the possibility of illegal, unnoticed reuse.

Other security features, e.g. holographs, color-shifting inks, guilloches or hidden features such as a void effects or LaserSecure pigments, can also be added to provide suppliers, pharmacists, medical personnel and patients additional certainty that the product they are holding in their hands is genuine.

Other benefits with this specialty solution include:

Versatile ? Applicable and usable with different container types, forms and sizes.

Heat-free application ? Unlike shrink-wrap solutions, the label construction can be applied without using heat, making it suitable for temperature-sensitive medicines.

Electronic tracking ? The top of Flexi-Cap allows space for barcode printing or NFC chip integration for electronic tracking. In addition, important user information can be communicated and patient compliance documented.

Multipurpose label ? The multilayer label provides enough space for information in several languages. Administration can be documented easily with the integration of detachable label parts. Robust hangers can also be included.