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'''Perrigo''' is a leading global healthcare company, delivering value to its customers and consumers by providing Quality Affordable Healthcare Products™. Founded in 1887 as a packager of home remedies, Perrigo has built a unique business model that is best described as the convergence of a fast-moving consumer goods company, a high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing organization and a world-class supply chain network. Perrigo is the world's largest manufacturer of over-the-counter ("OTC") healthcare products and supplier of infant formulas for the store brand market. The Company also is a leading provider of branded OTC products throughout Europe and the U.S., as well as a leading producer of "extended topical" prescription drugs. Perrigo, headquartered in Ireland, sells its products primarily in North America and Europe, as well as in other markets, including Australia, Israel and China.
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== History ==
==Perrigo Company==
[[File:Perrigo_logo.svg|thumb|right|Perrigo Company logo]]
The '''Perrigo Company''' is a prominent American-Irish pharmaceutical company that specializes in the production of over-the-counter (OTC) health and wellness products. Founded in 1887, Perrigo has grown to become one of the largest manufacturers of OTC products in the world, with a significant presence in both the United States and Europe.


[[Perrigo]] was founded in 1887 in Allegan, Michigan, by Luther and Charles Perrigo, who packaged and distributed patented medicines and household items for country stores. Today, Perrigo is a leading global healthcare supplier that develops, manufactures and distributes over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) pharmaceuticals, nutritional products, active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) and consumer products.
==History==
Perrigo was established in 1887 by [[Luther Perrigo]] in Allegan, Michigan. Initially, the company focused on the packaging and distribution of patent medicines. Over the years, Perrigo expanded its operations and product lines, eventually becoming a leading supplier of store-brand OTC medications.


== Products ==
In the 1990s, Perrigo began to expand internationally, acquiring several companies in Europe and other regions. This expansion helped Perrigo to diversify its product offerings and increase its global market share.


Perrigo's products span several categories, including over-the-counter healthcare, prescription pharmaceuticals, nutritional products, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and consumer products. The company's over-the-counter healthcare products include analgesics, cough/cold/allergy/sinus, gastrointestinal, smoking cessation, first aid, antacids, hemorrhoidal remedies, motion sickness, sleep aids, and feminine hygiene products. Perrigo's prescription pharmaceuticals include creams, ointments, lotions, gels, and solutions, as well as nasal sprays, foams, and transdermal devices.
==Operations==
Perrigo operates in several key areas, including the production of OTC medications, [[nutritional supplements]], and [[personal care]] products. The company is known for its ability to produce high-quality, affordable alternatives to brand-name pharmaceuticals.


== Operations ==
Perrigo's manufacturing facilities are located in various countries, allowing the company to efficiently serve its global customer base. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a strong reputation in the pharmaceutical industry.


Perrigo operates through several business segments: Consumer Healthcare International, RX Pharmaceuticals, and Consumer Healthcare Americas. The company has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, Israel, United Kingdom, India, China, and Australia.
==Products==
Perrigo's product portfolio includes a wide range of OTC medications, such as [[pain relievers]], [[cough and cold]] remedies, [[gastrointestinal]] treatments, and [[allergy]] medications. In addition to OTC products, Perrigo also produces [[prescription pharmaceuticals]] and [[active pharmaceutical ingredients]] (APIs).


== See also ==
==Corporate Structure==
Perrigo is headquartered in [[Dublin]], Ireland, with significant operations in the United States. The company's corporate structure is designed to support its global operations and facilitate efficient decision-making across its various business units.


==Acquisitions and Partnerships==
Throughout its history, Perrigo has pursued a strategy of growth through acquisitions and strategic partnerships. This approach has enabled the company to expand its product offerings and enter new markets. Notable acquisitions include the purchase of [[Omega Pharma]] in 2015, which significantly increased Perrigo's presence in the European market.
==Challenges and Controversies==
Like many large pharmaceutical companies, Perrigo has faced challenges related to regulatory compliance, competition, and market dynamics. The company has also been involved in legal disputes concerning patent rights and product liability.
==Future Outlook==
Perrigo continues to focus on expanding its product lines and increasing its market share in the global OTC pharmaceutical industry. The company is committed to innovation and aims to develop new products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.
==Related pages==
* [[Pharmaceutical industry]]
* [[Pharmaceutical industry]]
* [[Over-the-counter drug]]
* [[Over-the-counter drug]]
* [[Prescription drug]]
* [[Generic drug]]
* [[Active pharmaceutical ingredient]]
 
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Latest revision as of 03:57, 13 February 2025

American-Irish pharmaceutical company



Perrigo Company[edit]

Perrigo Company logo

The Perrigo Company is a prominent American-Irish pharmaceutical company that specializes in the production of over-the-counter (OTC) health and wellness products. Founded in 1887, Perrigo has grown to become one of the largest manufacturers of OTC products in the world, with a significant presence in both the United States and Europe.

History[edit]

Perrigo was established in 1887 by Luther Perrigo in Allegan, Michigan. Initially, the company focused on the packaging and distribution of patent medicines. Over the years, Perrigo expanded its operations and product lines, eventually becoming a leading supplier of store-brand OTC medications.

In the 1990s, Perrigo began to expand internationally, acquiring several companies in Europe and other regions. This expansion helped Perrigo to diversify its product offerings and increase its global market share.

Operations[edit]

Perrigo operates in several key areas, including the production of OTC medications, nutritional supplements, and personal care products. The company is known for its ability to produce high-quality, affordable alternatives to brand-name pharmaceuticals.

Perrigo's manufacturing facilities are located in various countries, allowing the company to efficiently serve its global customer base. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a strong reputation in the pharmaceutical industry.

Products[edit]

Perrigo's product portfolio includes a wide range of OTC medications, such as pain relievers, cough and cold remedies, gastrointestinal treatments, and allergy medications. In addition to OTC products, Perrigo also produces prescription pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Corporate Structure[edit]

Perrigo is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with significant operations in the United States. The company's corporate structure is designed to support its global operations and facilitate efficient decision-making across its various business units.

Acquisitions and Partnerships[edit]

Throughout its history, Perrigo has pursued a strategy of growth through acquisitions and strategic partnerships. This approach has enabled the company to expand its product offerings and enter new markets. Notable acquisitions include the purchase of Omega Pharma in 2015, which significantly increased Perrigo's presence in the European market.

Challenges and Controversies[edit]

Like many large pharmaceutical companies, Perrigo has faced challenges related to regulatory compliance, competition, and market dynamics. The company has also been involved in legal disputes concerning patent rights and product liability.

Future Outlook[edit]

Perrigo continues to focus on expanding its product lines and increasing its market share in the global OTC pharmaceutical industry. The company is committed to innovation and aims to develop new products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.

Related pages[edit]