How to Choose the Right Medactiv Bag for Your Medication

Travelling with temperature-sensitive medication doesn’t need to be stressful — if you choose the right bag.
At Medactiv, we help patients travel safely with insulin, biologics, immunoglobulins and other injectable medications every day.
The key is understanding three simple factors before you choose your bag.

Step 1: Know the Temperature Your Medication Requires

The first and most important question is:

Does your medication need refrigeration, or can it be kept at room temperature?

Most medications fall into one of these categories:

👉 Always check the medication leaflet or confirm with your pharmacist if unsure.

Step 2: Calculate Your Total Travel Time (Door-to-Door)

This is where many people underestimate their needs.

We don’t measure just flight time — we measure door-to-door travel:

• Leaving home
• Airport check-in and security
• Flights and layovers
• Transfers
• Arriving at your hotel or destination fridge

For example:

Melbourne → Europe = 28–36 hours door-to-door

Your Medactiv bag must cover the entire journey, not just the flight.

General guide:

• Short trips (up to 12–18 hours): compact refrigerated bags
• Long-haul travel (24–36+ hours): extended-duration iCool or Lifeina solutions

Step 3: Consider How Much Medication You’re Carrying

The final step is volume.

Ask yourself:

• How many doses or vials are you travelling with?
• Are they pens, syringes, or vials?
• Will you remove medication from original packaging to save space?

Many customers remove the bulky outer box and travel with:

• The medication itself
• The flat medication carton (for identification if required)

This often allows you to choose a smaller, lighter bag while still travelling safely.

Choosing the correct size ensures:

• Proper airflow around medication
• Correct temperature stability
• Easier carry-on compliance

Putting It All Together

To choose the right Medactiv bag, simply match:

1. Temperature requirement
2. Door-to-door travel time
3. Medication volume last

If you’re ever unsure, our team can recommend the right option based on your medication and travel plans — no guesswork required.

Contact www.medactiv.com.au or use our online product guides to travel with confidence.