Bayer is looking to take a leading role in promoting self-care in India with its Consumer Health business in the country now operational.
Bayer Leads Push For Self-Care In India As Local Business Launches
Bayer has launched a dedicated Consumer Health business in India to market products in key OTC categories. The company is also working to bring different stakeholders together through the creation of a new organization dedicated to promoting self-care in the South Asian country.

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