PC Pharma Limited - Colombo Stock Exchange

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2009
The product range was expanded with the launch of renal care range from B|BRAUN
Medical Industries of Germany, Diliner ® DR Capsules – Market leader brand for Diabetic
Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (DPNP) and Phylopen range - Market leader brand of
“Flucloxacillin” PCP also obtained the contract of supplying Dialysis equipment and
consumables to Lanka Hospitals Ltd. In order to facilitate the increasing demand for PCP
products the warehouse facilities were also expanded during the year.
2010
As the company’s registered suppliers reached 20, an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
systems was introduced to integrate internal and external management information and 5S
Quality Management System was also introduced to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of the company.
2011
PCP entered in to the FMCG market with the launch of “Celia” nutritional range from
France. The company revenue reached Rs. 500 million during the year. PCP was also listed
among the 15 largest pharma importers in the Island.
Product Portfolio
PC Pharma Limiteds product range consists of the following categories of products,
Pharmaceuticals - more commonly known as medicine and drugs – are a fundamental
component of both modern and traditional medicine. It is essential that such products are
safe, effective and of good quality and are prescribed and used rationally. Pharmaceuticals
can be further classified in to two categories namely generic pharmaceuticals and branded
pharmaceuticals. Generic pharmaceuticals are copies of brand-name pharmaceuticals that
have exactly the same dosage, intended use, effects, side effects, route of administration,
risks, safety, and strength as the original drug. In other words, their pharmacological effects
are exactly the same as those of their brand-name counterparts.
Nutraceuticals – supplements such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, meal supplements, sports
nutrition products, natural food supplements are used for many purposes. They can be
added to the diet to boost overall health and energy to provide immune system support
and reduce the risk of illness and age related conditions.
Medical Devices – medical devices are used for the purpose of diagnosis, therapy or
surgery. Medical devices include a wide range of products varying in complexity and
applications ex: medical thermometers, blood sugar meter, x-ray machines, dialisers etc.
Medical Consumables – medical consumables such as gloves, couch roll, plasters, cotton
wool, bandages, disposable single use products, gynecology consumables and a wide range
of products are used daily by doctors, nurses as well as in the households.
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