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Falsified and substandard medicines are a serious threat to public health. One effective way to reduce that risk is to make every medicine pack traceable throughout the supply chain.
How traceability works
In many traceability systems, each pack carries a unique identifier, usually printed on the packaging as a two-dimensional code. The identifier is recorded and checked at different stages so the product's authenticity and path can be verified.
What traceability brings to the supply chain
- Faster identification of suspicious products
- More precise recalls when they are needed
- Greater transparency between links in the chain
- More confidence for healthcare providers and patients
A shared responsibility
Traceability only works when every link, from supplier and importer to distributor and pharmacy, records data accurately and on time. Cooperation and operational discipline are what make the system effective.
