Perrigo’s Pending OTC Launches Promising But Pandemic Precludes Pumping Guidance

A diclofenac topical analgesic is first, likely followed by a line extension for its Prevacid 24HR PPI brand. Perrigo also plans to introduce natural-based products that “leverage our expertise in Europe."

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Perrigo Company PLC expects OTC product launches from its $500m pipeline that will reach the market over the next year to start during the current quarter with a diclofenac topical analgesic, likely followed by a line extension for its Prevacid 24HR proton pump inhibitor brand.

Additionally, the Dublin-based private label and store brand OTC market leader is planning to introduce natural-based products that “leverage our...

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