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Introducing FRIO's new Lifestyle range of premium handcrafted insulin cooling wallets. The Lifestyle wallets consists of limited edition designs, and feature a selection of Italian designed zips.

Taking inspiration from the paintbox bright colours by Balenciaga and vibrant prints seen in Marc Jacobs collection, the Tropical wallet combines vivid purples, greens and oranges in a bright and summery print.

Carefully handcrafted in the UK, the Tropical wallet features a gold metallic zip and purple inner liner and is delivered in premium embossed packaging.

The Tropical Five fits 5 insulin pens, and will keep insulin within the safe temperature range of 18-26°C for a minimum of 45 hours. The Tropical Two, to fit 2 insulin pens, is also available.

Key features:

  • Uses the FRÍO® patented crystal cooling technology
  • Simply activate with cold water
  • Light and compact
  • Reusable
  • Dimensions: 29 x 22 x 3.5cm

What medication will the wallet hold?

  • up to 5 standard sized insulin injection pens either pre-filled disposable or refillable; or
  • up to 10 x 3ml cartridges; or
  • up to 15 x 1.5ml cartridges; or
  • up to 5 x 10ml vials (bottles); or
  • a combination of pens, vials and cartridges

Activation times:

First time use or when crystals have returned to original dry form: Immerse the inner wallet containing the crystals in cold water and soak for 14-18 minutes.

For continuous use: When in continuous use, reactivating will only require 2-4 minutes as the crystals will still be partially activated.

Frequently asked questions

What medication does the wallet hold?

The Tropical Five medicine cooling wallet is suitable for carrying the following combinations of pens, vials and cartridges.

Diabetes medication:

  • up to 5 standard sized insulin injection pens either pre-filled disposable or refillable; or
  • up to 10 x 3ml cartridges; or
  • up to 15 x 1.5ml cartridges; or
  • up to 5 x 10ml vials (bottles); or
  • a combination of pens, vials and cartridges

Anaphylaxis medication: Up to 3 x EpiPens (Adrenaline: for emergency treatment of anaphylactic reactions)

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Crohn's Disease medication: Up to 4 x Enbrel® Pens

How long does the cooling take to activate?

First time use or when crystals have returned to original dry form: Immerse the inner wallet containing the crystals in cold water and soak for 14-18 minutes

For continuous use: When in continuous use, reactivating will only require 2-4 minutes as the crystals will still be partially activated.

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