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Drug Refrigerators

Use a small purpose-built refrigerator for storing drugs. It should have a solid lockable door and be attached to a wall. Available units usually have a conventional refrigerant system with inert refrigerant gas (CFC, HCFC and Ammonia free).

Some standards are set by agencies such as the [Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain] (RPSGB).

Keep an inventory and log book inside the fridge.

Features to look for include:

• Solid doors, locks.
• Wall attached.
• Integrated digital temperature display and controller.
• Audible alarm with mute facility.
• Max/minMinute temperature memory and dispaly.
• Fan assisted air circulation.
• Accurate temperature control: +2oC to +8oC.
• Automatic defrost and removal of condensate.

If you use a combination unit it should have a separate door for the freezer compartment.

Storage practices and loading configurations should not lead to the obstruction of air distribution.

[The Handling of Medicines in Social Care]

[Drug Storage and Transportation]