Ceyoka’s needle-free injections set to revolutionise vaccinations in Sri Lanka

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Ceyoka Health, a subsidiary of Ceyoka Ltd., an arm of diversified conglomerate Nawaloka Holdings, has for the first time introduced advanced needle-free technology in Sri Lanka, revolutionising the future of vaccinations. Needles have been the accepted standard for injections. However, for patients especially children the fear of needles is very real, associated with pain and discomfort resulting in declining routine vaccinations.

As the exclusive distributor of Bioject’s commercial needle-free injection technology, Ceyoka Health offers Sri Lanka’s healthcare industry, a novel injection method that promises to be more efficient and pain free. Bioject’s technology works by forcing liquid medication at high speed through a tiny orifice held against the skin. This creates an ultra-fine stream of fluid that penetrates the skin, delivering medication in a fraction of a second. Bioject’s systems are designed to deliver injected medications comfortably, accurately, and quickly – without the use of a needle. “Ceyoka Health is committed to improve patients’ lives with innovative new technology,” said Emmanuel Murugaiah, Head of Surgical, Ceyoka Health Ltd. “Through our strategic partnerships with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnological companies, we now offer Sri Lankans inventive methods where the administration of medicine is more efficient and less painful. The needle free injection is now available at the Nawaloka Hospital and has helped to improve the comfort and safety of routine injections.” Among the many advantages of using Bioject technology include the lack of pain, especially for children who have a strong aversion to physical discomfort and pain caused by needles. Needle-free injectors help children to have less anxiety and a reduced fear of vaccines. “Ideal when inoculating children, needle free injections are faster, more reliable and pain-free, children don’t even realise that the vaccination is done,” Murugaiah added. Needle free injections are also advantageous in limiting the risk of penetrating a patient’s vein or delivering medication to an unintended site. “Patients and parents are often apprehensive about treatment with needle injections. We can now offer patients a simple, easy-to-use solution with less pain and anxiety,” he added. The Biojector provides healthcare staff with an unparalleled level of protection against accidental needle-stick injuries creating a safer environment. Especially in high-risk situations when dealing with infected HIV or Hepatitis patients, the Biojector is an ideal injection system. Disposing of syringes and contaminated needles after use has been known to cause serious problems. Bioject’s injection system also helps to eliminate “sharps” waste where a container for needle ‘sharps’ is no longer required. Ceyoka Health serves the nation sourcing innovative healthcare products through its pharmaceutical, surgical equipment and medical devices division. Ceyoka Health strives toward better health for all Sri Lankans through new and emerging technologies from high quality manufacturers worldwide. “With our established marketing and island wide distribution network and our extensive experience in meeting the needs of the local Healthcare Sector, Ceyoka Health offers Sri Lankans enhanced convenience, safety and comfort,” Murugaiah concluded.