Merck & Co one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Founded in 1891 in the USA . one of the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of chemical and pharmaceutical products.
The main areas of activity are:
Pharmaceuticals:
· Vaccines for the prevention of infectious diseases (including HPV and COVID-19).
· Drugs for the treatment of cancer (especially immunotherapy).
· Drugs for the treatment of cardiovascular, metabolic and infectious diseases.
· Therapies for diabetes and neurological disorders.
Research and development (R&D):
· Biopharmaceutical research.
· Genetic therapeutics and immunology.
Veterinary Medicines:
· Drugs and vaccines for animals.
Products:
· Keytruda (cancer immunotherapy).
· Gardasil (vaccine against human papillomavirus).
· Januvia (drug for type 2 diabetes).
· Isentress (anti-HIV therapy).
Areas of application:
· Hospitals, clinics and health care facilities.
· Veterinary organizations.
· Laboratories and research centers.
Partners and customers:
· Pharmaceutical companies: co-development and technology licensing.
· Academic institutions: research support and funding.
· Medical associations and charitable foundations: working to improve access to life-saving medicines.
Merck plays a key role in the fight against global epidemics and maintains a proactive stance on the development of innovative medicines and vaccines.
