Yuhan recently established a wholly owned subsidiary, named Yuhan USA, in San Diego.
The company engages in the research and development, and production of active pharmaceutical products and intermediates, such as antivirals, antibiotics, antihistamines, antidiabetics, beta-lactamase inhibitors, CNS intermediates, and PEGylated compounds.
It also offers Revanex, an acid pump antagonist for the treatment of peptic ulcers and gastritis-related mucosal injury. In addition, the company provides ETC products in various areas, and OTC products, such as vitamins and minerals, dermatology and analgesics drugs, and others.
Additionally, the company provides contract manufacturing services.
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