Prestige Consumer Healthcare
Prestige Consumer Healthcare is an American company that markets and distributes over-the-counter healthcare and household cleaning products. It was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Tarrytown, New York. The company's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Clear Eyes, Compound W, Dramamine, Efferdent, and Fleet.
History[edit | edit source]
Prestige Consumer Healthcare was originally established as a private company in 1996. In 2005, it became a public company and was listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PBH. The company has grown through a series of acquisitions, including the purchase of Blacksmith Brands Holdings, Inc. in 2010, Insight Pharmaceuticals in 2014, and DenTek Holdings, Inc. in 2016.
Products[edit | edit source]
Prestige Consumer Healthcare's product portfolio is diverse, covering a wide range of over-the-counter healthcare and household cleaning products. Some of the company's most popular brands include:
- Clear Eyes: A line of eye care products designed to relieve dryness, redness, and irritation.
- Compound W: A brand of wart removal products.
- Dramamine: A medication used to treat motion sickness.
- Efferdent: A brand of denture cleanser.
- Fleet: A brand of laxatives and enemas.
Financial Performance[edit | edit source]
As of 2020, Prestige Consumer Healthcare reported annual revenues of approximately $800 million. The company's financial performance has been driven by its strategy of acquiring and integrating established brands with strong consumer recognition.
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