Amneal Pharmaceuticals

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Amneal Pharmaceuticals is an American pharmaceutical company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of generic and specialty drug products. Founded in 2002 by Chirag and Chintu Patel, the company has grown to become one of the largest pharmaceutical firms in the United States.

History[edit | edit source]

Amneal Pharmaceuticals was established in 2002 by brothers Chirag and Chintu Patel. The company started as a small drug development firm but quickly expanded its operations to include manufacturing and distribution. Over the years, Amneal has acquired several other pharmaceutical companies, further expanding its product portfolio and market reach.

Operations[edit | edit source]

Amneal operates in two main segments: generic and specialty pharmaceuticals. The company's generic division focuses on the development and manufacturing of a wide range of generic drugs, including oral solid dosage, liquid dosage, and injectable dosage forms. The specialty division, on the other hand, focuses on the development and commercialization of novel drugs in areas of unmet medical need.

Products[edit | edit source]

Amneal's product portfolio includes over 250 generic and specialty drugs. These products cover a wide range of therapeutic areas, including cardiology, neurology, oncology, and endocrinology, among others. Some of the company's most well-known products include levothyroxine sodium tablets for hypothyroidism and oxycodone hydrochloride tablets for pain management.

Market Presence[edit | edit source]

Amneal has a significant market presence in the United States, with its products being distributed to pharmacies, wholesalers, hospitals, and government agencies across the country. The company also has a growing international presence, with operations in several countries around the world.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD