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Nycomed is an international pharmaceutical company whose name is likely new to many Canadians. In 2007, Nycomed integrated with ALTANA Pharma to become one of the 25 largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Nycomed’s portfolio of products in Canada provides significant value to the health of Canadians.

Globally, Nycomed employs 12,000 people driven by a desire to help patients live full lives. The company’s mission is to bring medicines that make a real difference to both patients and health-care providers. To do this, Nycomed provides medicines and products for hospitals, specialists and general practitioners, as well as over-the-counter medicines in selected countries or markets.

In Canada, Nycomed is active in the therapeutic areas of gastroenterology, respirology and dermatology. Headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, the company employs more than 265 people across the country. Employees take pride in the corporate culture and research and development is vital to the business.

 

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