Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical

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Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical

Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical (pronunciation: Or-tho-Mc-Neil Phar-ma-ceu-ti-cal) is a leading pharmaceutical company based in the United States. It is a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, one of the world's largest and most diverse healthcare companies.

Etymology

The name "Ortho-McNeil" is derived from the names of its founders, who established the company in the early 20th century. The term "Pharmaceutical" refers to the company's primary business of developing, manufacturing, and marketing drugs and medicines.

History

Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical was founded in 1931 as a joint venture between two pharmaceutical pioneers, Ortho Pharmaceutical and McNeil Laboratories. The company has since grown to become a major player in the global pharmaceutical industry, with a wide range of products in various therapeutic areas.

Products

Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical is known for its diverse portfolio of drugs and medicines, which includes treatments for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and infectious diseases. Some of its most well-known products include Levaquin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic, and Topamax, an anticonvulsant used to treat epilepsy and prevent migraines.

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