Getz Pharma Pakistan INTRODUCTION: Getz Pharma (Private) Limited has its head office in Dubai, UAE, andplant operations based in Karachi, Pakistan. Getz Pharma, which is the largest branded generic pharmaceutical company in Pakistan, started its operations in 1995. Since its inception, Getz Pharma has shown unparalleled growth both in qualitative as well as quantitative aspects. With the current place, Getz Pharma is destined to become the third-largest Pharma company in Pakistan by the year 2013. Currently, more than 900 people are working in the sales and marketing alone – making Getz Pharma one of the largest Pharma companies in terms of human resources in sales and marketing. Getz Pharma is considered the leading pharmaceutical company in terms of manufacturing and marketing experience. Getz Pharma has a well-entrenched leadership position with major shares in hepatology, gastroenterology, diabetology, cardiology and infertility, as well as a strong presence in the following therapeutic areas: Pulmonology Orthopedics Rheumatology Infectious diseases Pediatrics ENT Product line: Generic Name Interferon Ribavirin Mesalamine Atorvastatin Omeprazole Esomeprazole Levofloxacin Celecoxib Terresteris Tribulus Comb Fexofenadine Candesartin Rosuvastatin Glimepiride Pregabalin Getz Pharma Brand Uniferon Ribazole Asacol Lipiget Risek Nexum Leflox Celbexx Gonadil-f Fexet Advant Rovista Getryl Gabica Process of product line: 1)Therapeutic Segment Anti-virals Generic Name Ribavirin Indication In this product batch process is used, this broad spectrum oral anti-viral product for the treatment of Hepatitis C in combination with recombinant interferon-Alfa Brand Ribozole From Capsules Syrup Tablets 2) Therapeutic Segment Calcium Supplements Generic Name Ossein mineral complex Indication It is indicated for the treatment of: Increased mineral requirements during pregnancy and lactation; osteoporosis; osteomalacia; prophylaxis against dental caries; as adjuvant in fractures with delayed callus formation. Brands Osam Form Tablets 3) Therapeutic Segment Anti-obesity Generic Name Orlistat Indication It is used together with dietary modification (reduced calorie diet) in the management of obesity, i.e. in patients with a BMI of 30 Kg/m2 or greater. It may also be used in overweight patients with BMI of 27 Kg/m2 or more with associated risk factors e.g. (hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia). Brands Orlifit From Capsule 4)Therapeutic Segment Antibiotics Generic Name Azithromycin Indication It is indicated for the treatment of: Upper and lower respiratory tract infections; Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections; Sexually transmitted diseases (uncomplicated urethritis and cervicitis); Pelvic inflammatory disease in patients who require initial intravenous therapy; Chlamydia trachomatis conjunctivitis and trachoma in adults and in children 12 months or older; Prevention of infection due to Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare Complex (MAC) disease in adults and children aged more than 12 years.” Brands Azoget Zetro Form Capsules 5)Therapeutic Segment Antibiotics Generic Name Moxifloxacin Indication It is indicated for the treatment of following bacterial infections. (a) Acute bacterial sinusitis (b) Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis. (c) Community acquired pneumonia. (d) Un-complicated skin and skin structure infections. (e) Complicated skin and skin structure infections Brands Getmoxy Moxiget Form Tablets Operation strategies: Manufacturing & Quality Assurance Getz Pharma produces specialty products at its state-of-the-art formulation plant. Batch process is usedThese include solid and liquid oral dosage forms (tablets, capsules, syrups, suspensions and dry powder), and injections (sterile liquid vials, sterile liquid ampoules, sterile dry powders and sterile lyophilized powders). A highly qualified and trained team of scientists, pharmacists, chemists and engineers work in our Research & Development and Operations departments, developing new products in an environment that celebrates continuous improvement in quality. Process and strategies: Our manufacturing site has the latest analytical instruments. We monitor quality assurance through quality systems that ensure the consistent quality of our products. Our facilities comply with cGMP and WHO standards, and have consistently scored high with the regulatory compliance. The fact that our products are well-accepted and their demand is growing globally reflects the confidence in their quality by the medical community of doctors and patients. Regulatory Affairs Our diversified and extensive experience allows us to submit high-quality dossiers and get the application right the first time. As a result, our products are registered in more than 30 countries. Getz Pharma has an experienced regulatory affairs team in each of the regions where we operate to ensure quick approvals of new products from the respective FDA/Ministry of Health of each country. Our teams are qualified to handle all the scientific disciplines required for the successful registration of new products in different territories. Storage for Cold Chain Products Temperature-sensitive products need extra vigilance for maintenance of storage conditions. The U.S. FDA and WHO have stringent specifications for the design and construction of storage space for cold chain products. Catering to this critical aspect, Getz Pharma's warehouse also houses cold storage space for temperaturesensitive products. Getz Pharma's Cold Storage space is 2624 cubic feet where temperature is maintained at 2° C - 8° C. This Cold Storage facility is equipped with a temperature chart recorder, digital thermometer, backup generator and hooters to ensure the requisite vigilance. Calibrated devices are set on the temperature between 2° C - 8° C and in the unlikely event of the temperature trend goes out of the specified limits, an alarm sets off and sends the signals to the maintenance engineers who are equipped to rectify the system within minutes. This system is operational and functional 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.