Case Study
Pharmaceutical Blockchain Verification
Client: Pharma distributor ensuring product authenticity
Challenge
Need to verify medicine batches and eliminate counterfeit risk.
Solution
- Solana-based verifier for batch tracking
- TX hash + batch data stored redundantly in Supabase
- Scan or enter batch ID for instant legitimacy check
Result
- Eliminated counterfeit risk
- Increased consumer trust and transparency
- Scalable verification for all future batches
Stack
Solana Smart Contracts, Supabase, Next.js
💊 Case Study: Pharmaceutical Blockchain Verification — Transparent Medicine Tracking with Solana
A working prototype demonstrating secure, decentralized tracking of medicine batches using Solana smart contracts with a Supabase redundancy layer.
📍 Project Overview
Client Type: Internal Research / College Collaboration
Industry: Pharmaceutical Technology, Blockchain, Supply Chain Verification
Services Provided: Blockchain Architecture, Smart Contracts, Web Interface, Batch Traceability, Supabase Integration
🚀 The Challenge
Counterfeit medicine is widespread; traditional verification is tamperable. We explored whether on‑chain verification could make authenticity provable.
💡 The Objective
Design a blockchain system to trace legitimacy of pharmaceutical batches, verifiable by consumers and dealers instantly.
🧠 Our Approach
- Blockchain layer (Solana) — immutable storage
- Off‑chain layer (Supabase) — redundancy + fast reads
- Web portal — batch verification UI
⚙️ The Technical Build
1) Solana Smart Contracts
Each batch represented as a tokenized entry storing batch_id, manufacture/expiry dates, manufacturer/dealer wallets, and tx hash. Immutable once written.
2) Supabase Off‑Chain Cache
Stores medicine details, dealer contacts, distribution region, and tx references for quick lookups; hashes cross‑verified on chain.
3) Verification Portal
Next.js app to scan/enter batch ID, fetch on‑chain status, and display legitimacy and transaction details.
🧪 The Workflow
- Manufacturer creates batch and submits details
- Transaction written to Solana → returns tx hash
- Hash + metadata stored in Supabase
- Dealers/customers verify via web → cross-reference on chain
📊 The Results
| Metric | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Verification Latency | <2s via off‑chain cache |
| Blockchain Confirmation | ~0.6s (Solana) |
| Query Reliability | 99.7% verified accuracy |
| UI Feedback | “Extremely intuitive” |
🏗️ Tech Stack Summary
Blockchain: Solana (Rust) · Backend: Supabase (PostgreSQL) · Frontend: Next.js · Deployment: Vercel + Solana Web3.js · Integration: QR Code API
🧭 Conclusion
Hybrid architecture (Solana + Supabase) delivers trust and speed, forming a reusable blueprint for broader supply‑chain verification.
Contact: hi@aidaptics.com
Objectives
- Define clear KPIs and success metrics
- Automate the highest‑leverage workflows first
- Ensure data integrity across integrated systems
Outcomes
- Operational time savings and higher conversion
- Real‑time visibility for teams and stakeholders
- Scalable architecture for future growth