Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
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LAUGFS Life Sciences, in collaboration with the Medical Research Institute (MRI), Colombo, has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever publicly driven allergy awareness wristbands, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at improving patient safety and preparedness in medical emergencies.
The wristbands provide essential information about drug sensitivities, allowing healthcare professionals to respond quickly and effectively when time is critical.
The official handover ceremony featured distinguished medical experts, including MRI Department of Immunology Head and Consultant Immunologist Dr. Dhanushka Dassanayake, Senior Consultant Immunologist Dr. Rajiva de Silva, and Deputy Director Dr. Prabath Amarasinghe, marking a historic milestone in patient care in the country.
LAUGFS Life Sciences CEO Dr. Rajiv Perera said: “We are proud to partner with the MRI to launch Sri Lanka’s first-ever publicly driven allergy awareness wristbands. This initiative underscores our commitment to patient-centric healthcare by providing critical information that can save lives during emergencies. We believe that thoughtful collaborations like this can have a meaningful impact on patient safety, and we look forward to expanding the program to cover additional drugs and allergens, further advancing healthcare standards across the country.”
LAUGFS Life Sciences specialises in manufacturing Large Volume Parenteral (LVP) IV solutions to meet critical healthcare needs across local and regional markets. Operating a state-of-the-art facility at the Board of Investment (BOI) Export Processing Zone, Koggala, it utilises advanced production technologies and adheres to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) guidelines set by the World Health Organisation, National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), and other global regulatory authorities to ensure stringent quality assurance.
With a portfolio of 20+ IV fluid products, including electrolytes, dextrose solutions, and critical care medications, LAUGFS Life Sciences manufactures high-quality Non-PVC polypropylene (PP) bags using Form Fill-Seal (FFS) and Eurocap technology, supported by a fully automated production process that guarantees maximum efficiency, product integrity, and consistency.
