Because of earlier diagnosis, survival rates for some cancer patients are now three to five years, making these cancers "chronic" diseases that call for changes in packaging. Older cancer patients may be taking drugs for diabetes, high blood pressure, or a number of other ailments. Cancer drug packaging challenges must therefore include providing more information on drug interactions. Packaging must also address patient compliance issues. Some people find it hard to stick with a regimen of antibiotics for a few weeks. Imagine taking 20 to 30 pills each day for five years! Oral tablets in multiple dosages, in clearly marked packaging, will help to make home cancer care a more successful proposition. And because cancer drugs are so aggressive, disposing of packaging or unused medication becomes a toxic waste issue. Packagers will need to create safe and effective disposal, for the patient, their family, and the environment.
Source: Healthcare-packaging.com
