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[CMLMN]

Hi, what is right way to ship Gleevec?  It looks like different pharmacies ship it differently.  My last dosage (3 month supply) before I noticed this discussion came in an envelope.   Starting this month, I'm required to order through specialty pharmacy.  I just called to order and was told that they ship it bubble-wrapped  in a FedEx box.  Is it OK?  They say that bubble wrap and additional layer of envelope (?), keeps the temperature stable.  Novartis says that G should be stored between 59 and 86F (they suggest cold pack but it looks like cold pack would be below 59 but maybe not?).  I live in MN and our temperatures are below 59F most of the year especially at nights.  Thanks.  

[Susan61]

Hi:  I have had my Gleevec come in all different ways.  I have had them just come in a box with the bubble wrap, but lately they are packing it in a styrofoam box with cold packs layed on top.  I do not worry about it, because they check to see what date I want it, and then it comes overnight by Federal Express.

Its never out in the heat or cold long enough to be destroyed in any way.  I have found that I get better service from Fed Ex rather than UPS.

     You have nothing to worry about I am sure.

Susan