Wörwag Pharma
↗Böblingen, Germany
Wörwag Pharma is a mid-sized, family-owned international pharmaceutical company specializing in 'biofactors'—micronutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. Founded in 1971 by Dr. Fritz Wörwag, the company has evolved from a local pharmacy in Stuttgart into a global player with a presence in over 35 countries, particularly in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia.
The company's core focus is the prevention and treatment of lifestyle-related diseases and chronic conditions, with a market-leading position in diabetic comorbidities (specifically diabetic neuropathy). Their portfolio includes both prescription (Rx) and over-the-counter (OTC) preparations, as well as food supplements, all centered on scientifically proven efficacy of biofactor substances.
CLASSIFICATION
Company Type:Pharma
Therapeutic Areas:-
Industry:Pharmaceuticals
Sub-Industry:Specialty Pharma / Biofactors
SIZE & FINANCIALS
Employees:1001-5000
Revenue:€331M (2024)
Founded:1971
Ownership:private
Status:operating
FUNDING
Investors:Wörwag Family
PIPELINE
Stage:Commercial
Lead Drug Stage:Commercial
Modalities:Small molecule, Micronutrients (Vitamins, Minerals), Oral dosage forms, Injectables
Active Trials:2
Trial Phases:Phase 2: 1 | Phase 3: 1
FDA Approvals:0
EMA Approvals:5
CORPORATE STRUCTURE
Subsidiaries:AAA-Pharma GmbH, Wörwag Pharma Operations (Poland), Wörwag Pharma Production (Pöcking, Germany)
Key Partnerships:German Diabetes Center (DDZ), University Medical Center Groningen, Peix Health Group (Marketing)
COMPETITION
Position:Leader
Competitors:Bionorica SE, Hevert-Arzneimittel, Medice, P&G Health (Seven Seas/Neurobion), Bayer (Berocca/Diabetes care)
LEADERSHIP
Key Executives:
Jochen Schlindwein - CEO
Gerhard Mayer - CFO
Dr. Lucia Cinque - CINO (Chief Innovation Officer)
Scientific Founders:Dr. Fritz Wörwag
Board Members:Monika Wörwag, Dr. Marcus Wörwag, Prof. Dr. Michael Habs (Advisory Board Chair)
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