Pillumina

Pillumina is on a mission to help reduce the plastic waste created by the billions of plastic prescription bottles discarded in the U.S.

every year with an aluminum alternative that’s more environmentally friendly and infinitely recyclable.

08/31/2026

Prescription packaging waste is an important - and often overlooked - part of community pharmacy operations.

Join Pillumina Co-Founder and CEO Peter Daheb on September 1 for an NCPA Foundation continuing education webinar examining packaging waste, the current microplastics evidence, and practical stewardship options for independent pharmacies.

Attendees will also learn how to evaluate sustainability claims and develop a measured, low-risk pilot for their stores.

Register here: https://ncpa.org/newsroom/qam/2026/08/27/packaging-waste-problem

08/14/2026

A new study published in the European Heart Journal detected micro- and nanoplastics in the blood of 84% of patients experiencing a serious heart attack. 🫀

For comparison they were detected in:

🔴 84% of patients experiencing a heart attack
🟠 40% of patients with chronic ischemic heart disease
🟢 32% of patients with normal coronary arteries

The research does not prove that microplastics cause heart attacks, but it adds to a growing body of evidence examining the connection between plastic exposure and cardiovascular health.

🌎 Plastic pollution is no longer only an environmental issue.

🫀 It’s becoming a human health crisis.

At Pillumina, we believe healthcare packaging should be part of that conversation too.

♻️ It’s time to rethink our dependence on single-use plastic and work toward a healthier, more circular future for healthcare.

08/10/2026

A recycling symbol should reflect what happens in the real world, not what is only theoretically possible ♻

A federal judge has temporarily blocked enforcement of California’s SB 343, a law designed to limit misleading recycling claims.

This matters in healthcare. Amber plastic prescription vials often display recycling numbers, even though the EPA says they are not recyclable in most areas of the United States.

The result is consumer confusion, and more plastic sent to landfills.

That is why we created an aluminum alternative to conventional single-use plastic prescription packaging.

No confusion, no greenwashing, just clean innovation for human and planet health. 🌍✨

💬 What do you think about the ruling?

08/03/2026

🏥 Pharmacy Myth Monday

❌ MYTH: Sustainable packaging isn’t durable.

✅ FACT: Choosing a more sustainable packaging solution doesn’t mean compromising on performance. Pillumina aluminum prescription vials are engineered to meet the everyday demands of pharmacies while supporting a more sustainable future.

💬 What packaging myth have you heard? Let us know in the comments!

07/30/2026

Did you know aluminum’s carbon cost actually decreases every time it’s recycled? 📉♻️

Unlike plastic, which builds up emissions over time, or paper, which requires new trees for every cycle, recycled aluminum drops down to ~0.5 kg CO₂/kg up to 24x lower than primary production!

For pharmacies and healthcare brands tracking ESG goals, switching to Pillumina creates real, measurable change:

🌱 1,000 Rx/month = 870 kg CO₂ saved/year

🌱 5,000 Rx/month = 4.4 tonnes CO₂ saved/year

🌱 10,000 Rx/month = 8.7 tonnes CO₂ saved/year

Same workflow. Standard labels. Zero plastic waste.

Ready to make a visible commitment to the planet?

🔗 Link in bio to learn more at Pillumina.com

07/21/2026

Big news. Literally. 🌍

Say hello to the newest (and biggest) members of the Pillumina family: the 53x90 and 53x110!

We heard from compounding pharmacies and supplement creators who wanted to ditch single-use plastic but needed a wider mouth and more volume for their bulkier formulas and large vitamins.

With capacities of 45 dram (165 cc) and 60 dram (200 cc), these sleek, infinitely recyclable aluminum vials mean you never have to choose between sustainability and capacity. They protect your wellness products with a 100% light and moisture barrier from the first scoop to the very last capsule.

Same zero-waste mission. Just a whole lot more room.

📩 Want to test them out? Send us a DM with your shipping details and we’ll get a free sample kit right out to you!

07/14/2026

Reusable bags at the grocery store. Metal straws in our iced coffee. Refillable water bottles on our desks. We’ve audited almost every part of our daily routines. But there’s a massive blind spot hiding in plain sight inside our bathrooms and on our nightstands.

Every year, billions of plastic prescription bottles enter the U.S. waste stream, and most are never successfully recovered. True wellness shouldn’t come at the expense of the planet.

It’s time to expand the conversation and rethink the standard for prescription packaging.

Pillumina is bringing the plastic-free movement into healthcare with prescription vials made from infinitely recyclable aluminum. Let's make the switch. 🌍💊

07/06/2026

⚽️ THE LINEUP UPGRADE WE ALL NEED

To win the long game against plastic waste, we’re upgrading our lineup. Amber plastic bottles have had a long run, but Pillumina is stepping onto the pitch with a stronger defensive game.

Pillumina aluminum vials are designed to be 100% recyclable and make it easy for pharmacies to make a 1-to-1 switch from traditional plastic prescription bottles, without changing the way medications are dispensed.

Better materials. Smarter packaging. A stronger lineup for people and the planet. 🇺🇸

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrating 250 years of independence, and a more sustainable future ahead.

This Fourth of July marks America’s 250th anniversary, a milestone that invites us to reflect on the choices that shape what comes next.

Progress happens when we choose better, together. Pillumina is helping pharmacies move beyond single-use plastic prescription vials with aluminum designed to be recycled again and again.

Because the choices we make behind the pharmacy counter can help protect the land we call home.

Happy 250th birthday, America, from the Pillumina team. 🎆

06/30/2026

Traditional plastic leaches chemicals, feels cheap, and fills up landfills. 🌎⏳

Want to see how we are changing the game? Here is a look inside the Pillumina Sample Kit. 📦

We design our vials with Premium Grade Aluminum, and they are entirely FDA & USP Compliant, offering a life-proof, child-safe, and infinitely recyclable upgrade your patients will notice the second they touch it.

Turn your sound up to hear the premium quality for yourself! 🔊

Want to test it out at your own pharmacy? Shoot us a DM to secure a sample kit for your team! 📩

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