About Richter Gedeon Vegyészeti Gyár Nyilvánosan Muködo Rt.

Richter Gedeon Vegyészeti Gyár Nyilvánosan Muködo Rt. operates as a pharmaceutical company worldwide. The company is present in approximately 38 countries with five manufacturing facilities, 29 representative offices, and 38 sales subsidiaries and wholesale companies. Products The company manufactures approximately 200 medicines. These include original, generic and licensed products, which provide treatment in every therapeutic area. The company focuses on the development and manufacture of gynecological, cardiovascular, and central nervous system products. Cardiovascular Products The company offers treatment options for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Central Nervous System Products The products developed to affect the central nervous system are a primary and constantly improving part of the company’s product range. One focus area for the company’s original drug research is the development of new central nervous system drugs. Over-the-counter (OTC) Products The company also produces a range of products, which are available in pharmacy without prescription (OTC). The company offers various brands internationally for various health problems. The company provides products for the safe self-medication of patients in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. The company’s primary international brands are Escapelle (Postinor), an emergency contraceptive pill; Panangin for supporting cardiovascular health; Stopdiar to treat diarrhea; Lordestin and Zilola for allergy; and Curiosin for wound care. Some major traditional brands are available in a few countries (e.g. Folik, Magnezin, Moilec, Fasconal, Exigan). The company’s emergency contraceptive pill reaches approximately 100 countries worldwide and is sold without prescription in majority of the countries. The company is continuously working on improving its information services for patients and health care professionals. The company keeps contact through health professional events, patient education projects, and various Websites. Sales and Marketing The company has a marketing network that spreads approximately five continents and 40 commercial and marketing companies. The company’s activities are supported by 6 production and development subsidiaries and joint ventures. The company markets active ingredients and finished products in Hungary and various other countries. The company has a primary brand name and sales network in Hungary, Central Eastern Europe, and the CIS countries. The company’s primary markets include Russia, Romania, Poland, China, Germany, and the U.S. History Richter Gedeon Vegyészeti Gyár Nyilvánosan Muködo Rt. was founded in 1901.