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Eighty years ago, on a
visit to Burma, Himalaya’s founder, Mr. M. Manal, saw restless
elephants being fed with a root to pacify them. The plant from which
this was taken is
Rauwolfia serpentina. Fascinated by the plant's effect on
elephants, he had it scientifically evaluated. After extensive research,
Serpina®, the world’s first anti-hypertensive
drug, was launched in 1934.
This legacy of researching nature forms the foundation of Himalaya’s
operations. Himalaya uses the tools of modern science to create pharmaceutical-grade
ayurvedic products. We have pioneered research that has converted
Ayurveda’s herbal tradition into a complete range of proprietary
formulations dedicated to healthy living and longevity. Today, these
products have found acceptance with medical fraternities and serve
the health and personal care needs of consumers in 67 countries.
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Mr. M. Manal forms
The Himalaya Drug Company. His vision: Put ayurveda on par with
modern medicine. |
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| Dr. Roshan M. Captain,
Ph.D., joins the company and spearheads research and development. |
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| Liv.52, a hepatoprotective,
is launched and goes on to become one of the world’s top-selling
drugs. |
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| Mr. Meraj Manal, the
founder’s son, joins the company. |
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| Mr. Karstein, a German
pharmaceutical consultant, directs the company’s focus
towards allopathic medical practitioners. |
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| An advanced manufacturing
facility is set up in Bangalore. The facility grows to become
the corporate headquarters. |
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| The company’s R&D
center moves to Bangalore. Research and development becomes
a very important aspect of the company’s focus. |
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| The company opens its US
office at Houston, Texas. |
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| The Animal Health Product
range for commercial livestock is launched. |
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| Himalaya Herbals launches
its personal healthcare products in India. |
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| The company launches a
special range for pets called the Companion Care range. |
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| Well-being Division formed. |
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ISO 9001: 2000 certification awarded for design, manufacture and marketing of herbal health care products.
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| Himalaya celebrates seventy-five years. |
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