Unilab

What Unilab does

Unilab (United Laboratories, Inc.) is the leading pharmaceutical company in the Philippines, founded in 1945 in post-war Manila by Jose Y. Campos and Mariano K. Tan and still controlled by the Campos family under Chairman and CEO Clinton Campos Hess. The company manufactures and distributes more than 500 brands of affordable prescription and OTC pharmaceutical products, vitamins, supplements, and personal care items across nine wholly-owned subsidiaries covering cancer care (BIO-ONCO), women's health (Biofemme), critical care (Biomedis), chronic disease (LRI Therapharma), mental health (Medichem), pediatrics (Pediatrica), respiratory (UAP), consumer health (Biogesic, Neozep, Enervon, Alaxan), and gastrointestinal therapeutics (Westmont).

Unilab operates eight manufacturing facilities across the Philippines, with Amherst Laboratories in Laguna as the largest plant and the first pharmaceutical site in the country declared compliant with both European Union and Singapore Good Manufacturing Practices standards. Products reach consumers through nationwide pharmacy partnerships with Mercury Drug, Rose Pharmacy, and Watsons Philippines, supplemented by a direct-to-consumer e-commerce shop at unilab.com.ph and direct sales to hospitals and clinics. Pricing follows unit-based retail pricing (e.g., Alnix tablet at Php32.50 SRP) and prescription dispensing.

The company generates revenue across four principal streams: prescription pharmaceuticals, OTC medicines, vitamins and supplements, and personal care, with horizontal segmentation across therapeutic areas. Unilab has expanded beyond medicines into integrated health products, health services, and animal healthcare under the Unilab Group umbrella. Strategic priorities evidenced in 2025 include a multi-year digital transformation partnership with Tata Consultancy Services, exploratory ASEAN cross-border engagement with the Singapore Manufacturing Federation, sustainability investments such as a 500-kilowatt solar installation at Amherst Parenterals, and government advocacy for Philippine pharmaceutical self-sufficiency. The company holds a 30.5% combined market share with Haleon plc in the Philippine vitamin and dietary supplement market (2023 data) and does not publicly disclose consolidated revenue.

Name

Unilab

Legal name

United Laboratories

Website

https://unilab.com.ph

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Unilab is the leading pharmaceutical company in the Philippines, manufacturing and distributing over 500 prescription, OTC, vitamin, supplement, and personal care brands through eight domestic facilities and nationwide pharmacy and e-commerce channels to Filipino consumers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

NAICS

Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (3254), Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412), Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (42421)

SIC

Pharmaceutical Preparations (2834), Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)

akta.pro primary industry

OTC Medicines & Consumer Health Products Distribution (CRAOAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cold, Flu, Cough & Allergy Remedies (Decongestants, Antihistamines, Cough Syrups, Lozenges) (CRADAMAD), Children’s Vitamins & Supplements (CRADAGAJ), OTC & Consumer Health Distributors (HLAIAJAC), Respiratory & Allergy Pharmaceuticals (HLAIAAAH)

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Prescription medicines
• Over-the-counter drugs
• Vitamins and supplements
• Consumer healthcare

Headquarters

HQ city

Mandaluyong

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Prescription Pharmaceuticals: Revenue from prescription medicines across multiple therapeutic areas including cancer care, cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic health, and more through subsidiaries like BIO-ONCO, LRI Therapharma, UAP, and others.
2. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medicines: Revenue from OTC products including Biogesic, Neozep Z+, Enervon Z+, Alaxan, Alnix, and other consumer health products sold through retail pharmacies.
3. Vitamins and Supplements: Revenue from vitamin and supplement products for children and adults including Ceelin, Forti-D, ImmunPro, and others.
4. Personal Care: Revenue from oral care, skin care, and other personal care products under the Unilab Consumer Health portfolio.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Unilab (United Laboratories, Inc.) manufactures and distributes a portfolio of over 500 brands of affordable prescription and OTC pharmaceutical products in the Philippines. The company's offerings span allergy relief, children's medicines and vitamins, cough and cold remedies, pain relief, digestive care, vitamins, supplements, and prescription drugs across therapeutic areas including cancer care, cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic health, women's health, and pediatrics through wholly-owned subsidiaries such as BIO-ONCO, LRI Therapharma, Pediatrica, and Unilab Consumer Health. Products reach consumers through pharmacy chains (Mercury Drug, Rose Pharmacy, Watsons), the company's own e-commerce shop, and healthcare provider channels.

Product overview

Unilab (United Laboratories, Inc.) is the leading pharmaceutical company in the Philippines, offering a comprehensive portfolio of over 500 brands of affordable, quality prescription and OTC products. The company operates across multiple therapeutic categories including allergy relief (Alnix, Alnix Plus, Allerta), children's medicines and vitamins (Ceelin, Ceelin Gummies, Ceelin Immunped, Ferlin Vita, PowerCeez, Appebon Kid), cough and cold remedies (Solmux, Neozep, Decolgen), pain relief (Biogesic, Alaxan), digestive care (Diatabs, Kremil-S), vitamins and supplements (Enervon, Forti-D, ImmunPro), and prescription drugs (Exflem Granules). The company also offers specialized products through subsidiaries including Bio-ONCO (cancer care), Biofemme (women's health), Biomedis (critical care), LRI Therapharma (chronic conditions), Medichem (mental health), Pediatrica (pediatrics), UAP (respiratory), Unilab Consumer Health (brands like Biogesic, Enervon Z+, Neozep Z+, Alaxan), and Westmont (gastrointestinal).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BIO-ONCO: Cancer care subsidiary focused on holistic healing through hormone therapy and chemotherapy treatments
• Biofemme
• Biomedis
• LRI Therapharma
• Medichem
• Pediatrica
• United American Pharmaceuticals (UAP)
• Unilab Consumer Health
• Westmont

Products and services

• Alnix Tablet Cetirizine Dihydrochloride anti-allergy medicine providing fast-acting, all-day relief from allergic rhinitis symptoms including sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, and itchy watery eyes. Targeted at Filipino consumers seeking OTC allergy relief.
• Alnix Plus Tablet Combination antihistamine and decongestant (Cetirizine + Phenylephrine HCl) providing immediate relief from allergic rhinitis symptoms including clogged nose, sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes. Targeted at Filipino consumers needing stronger allergy symptom management.
• Allerta Non-drowsy allergy relief medication for allergy symptom management, targeted at Filipino consumers who need daytime symptom relief without sedation.
• Ceelin Gummies Gummy vitamin supplement that helps support children's immunity when combined with proper diet and exercise. Targeted at Filipino parents seeking child-friendly vitamin delivery formats.
• Ceelin Immunped Food supplement designed to support immune function in children, targeted at Filipino parents seeking pediatric immune system support.
• Ferlin Vita Iron supplement formulated for babies and children with appealing taste to support healthy development. Targeted at Filipino parents addressing pediatric iron deficiency.
• PowerCeez (Marvel-themed Vitamin C + Zinc Syrup) Vitamin C and Zinc syrup in Marvel-themed packaging designed to support children's immune defenses. Targeted at Filipino parents seeking pediatric immunity support with child-appealing branding.
• Solmux Throat Spray Throat spray for targeted relief of itchy sore throat symptoms. Targeted at Filipino consumers seeking convenient sore throat relief.
• Appebon Kid Chewables Chewable supplement designed to help improve children's appetite. Targeted at Filipino parents concerned about child nutrition and appetite.
• Diatabs Advance Anti-diarrheal medication providing total relief from diarrhea and stomach pain. Targeted at Filipino consumers treating acute gastrointestinal distress.
• Enervon Z+ Tablet Multivitamin supplement that sustains overall health with extra energy support. Targeted at Filipino adults seeking daily multivitamin and energy support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30.5% combined market share in Philippine vitamin and supplement market (alongside Haleon plc)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)coreTechnology or Integration · 20 November 2025TCS announced expanded partnership with Unilab as part of their Q2 FY26 results. TCS serves as a technology services partner providing digital transformation capabilities for Unilab's operations modernization.
• Singapore Manufacturing FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 August 2025Singapore Manufacturing Federation hosted a cross-border pharmaceutical and medical technology industry exchange with Philippine partners on 26 August 2025. Unilab Inc. participated in discussions on distribution of medical devices and pharmaceuticals, clinical trial partnerships, and regulatory frameworks including PIC/S inspections.
• Watsons PhilippinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWatsons Philippines hosts the Watsons HWB Awards celebrating collaborative partnerships with leading health, wellness, and beauty brands. Unilab products are distributed through Watsons' 1,200+ stores nationwide as part of A.S. Watson Group's network spanning 30 markets.
• Philippine House of Representatives (Committee on Trade and Industry and Committee on Health)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHouse Committee on Trade and Industry Chair Rep. Maximo Dalog Jr. and House Committee on Health Chair Rep. Ciriano B. Gato Jr. visited Unilab's Amherst Laboratories facility to understand the state of local pharmaceutical manufacturing, supporting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s vision for the Philippines to become a self-sufficient pharmaceutical hub in ASEAN.
• Hepmil PhilippinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHepmil Philippines, a creator network with nearly 600 talents, has developed campaigns for Unilab as one of their major brand clients, demonstrating content marketing and influencer partnership capabilities.
• BIO-ONCOcoreOthersSubsidiary specializing in holistic cancer care through hormone therapy and chemotherapy treatments.
• BiofemmecoreOthersSubsidiary providing preventive and therapeutic solutions for women's health across every stage of their lives.
• BiomediscoreOthersSubsidiary providing renal, surgical, and critical care solutions for optimal health and recovery.
• LRI TherapharmacoreOthersSubsidiary providing trusted, quality, and affordable medicines for hypertension, diabetes, stroke, and other chronic conditions.
• MedichemcoreOthersSubsidiary providing mental health products with commitment to supporting patients, families, and caregivers.
• PediatricacoreOthersSubsidiary focusing on tailored healthcare solutions for children's different needs.
• United American Pharmaceuticals (UAP)coreOthersSubsidiary specializing in respiratory solutions to help people breathe freely.
• Unilab Consumer HealthcoreOthersSubsidiary empowering Filipinos with trusted brands including Biogesic, Enervon Z+, Neozep Z+, and Alaxan.
• WestmontcoreOthersSubsidiary specializing in gastro-intestinal solutions including antibiotics, anti-hypertensives, anti-ulcer, anti-inflammatory, and clinical nutrition.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Haleon plc: Co-leader with Unilab in the Philippine vitamin and dietary supplement market with a combined 30.5% share in 2023. Haleon (formerly GSK Consumer Healthcare) directly competes with Unilab's Enervon, ImmunPro, and Ceelin lines across vitamins and OTC consumer health.

Regional players

• PT Kalbe Farma: Indonesia's largest pharmaceutical company with a similar portfolio mix of branded generics, OTC, consumer health, and supplements. Operates in Southeast Asia's largest pharma market, making it a useful peer for Unilab's regional expansion ambitions.

Broad incumbents

• Pfizer: Global pharmaceutical major with a Philippines commercial presence, competing with Unilab in respiratory, oncology, and primary care categories. Represents the multinational incumbent competition that increasingly targets Unilab's segments.
• GSK: Multinational pharma and vaccines company whose former consumer health business is now Haleon. Competes with Unilab in respiratory, vaccines, and consumer health, and is a relevant comparator for branded pharma + consumer health bundling.
• Bayer: Global pharma and consumer health player with broad therapeutic and OTC portfolios. Comparable to Unilab in combining prescription pharmaceuticals with consumer health brands across emerging Asia.
• Johnson & Johnson: Multinational pharma, medical devices, and consumer health company with a strong Philippines presence. Direct overlap with Unilab in OTC, personal care, and selected therapeutic categories.
• Sanofi: Global pharmaceutical company with a meaningful consumer healthcare (OTC) business competing with Unilab in allergy, cold/flu, and chronic disease categories in the Philippines.
• Abbott: Global healthcare company with established pharmaceutical, nutritional, and consumer health businesses. Comparable to Unilab in combining pharma manufacturing with nutritional supplements and OTC products in emerging Asia.

Emerging players

• Mega Lifesciences: Thai-based branded generics and consumer health company operating across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Comparable in therapeutic breadth, distribution-led model, and emerging-market focus.
• Taisho Pharmaceutical: Japanese pharmaceutical company with a strong OTC and consumer health franchise across Asia. Comparable to Unilab in its emphasis on mass-market OTC brands and selective international expansion in Southeast Asia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Xx.com/unilab_ph
• Facebookfacebook.com/Unilab

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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