Dicofarm

What Dicofarm does

Dicofarm S.p.A. is an Italian pharmaceutical company founded in 1977 and headquartered in Rome, specializing in pediatric healthcare products for infants and children. Its portfolio spans approximately 40 products across 10 therapeutic categories, including probiotics (the Dicoflor line featuring L. rhamnosus GG in drops, sachets, and capsules), vitamins and minerals (Dicofer, Dicovit, FluorD3, Vita K Plus), phytotherapy (Actenacol, Dicotuss, Immun-Up D3, Ivumir), laxatives (Dicopeg), oral rehydration solutions (Dicodral), lactoferrin supplements (BLF 100 drops and BLF 200, the latter protected by an exclusive Italian patent — Patent n.102017000134978), melatonin (Dicoson), antiemetics (Anaketon), and antireflux (Dicogel gastro) products. The company's core technology is pediatric-specific formulation science — appropriate dosage forms such as orosoluble sachets and drops, palatability, and clinically informed compositions developed through ongoing collaboration with the medical community.

Dicofarm generates revenue primarily through the sale of its pediatric pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products via pharmacy networks and healthcare provider recommendations across multiple countries. Products are distributed through wholly-owned subsidiary Dicofarm Polska (established 2006, described as a leader in nutraceuticals in Poland), along with operations in Spain and Romania, plus international export. A separate entity, AG Pharma, was founded in 2002 to extend the group's know-how into adult medicine across various therapeutic areas. Dicofarm has signaled an intent to expand further internationally through licensing, export, and co-marketing arrangements, supported by a dedicated business development channel.

Name

Dicofarm

Legal name

Dicofarm S.p.A.

Website

https://dicofarm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Dicofarm is an Italian pharmaceutical company founded in 1977 that develops and sells pediatric pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products — probiotics, vitamins, lactoferrin, and digestive/respiratory treatments — through pharmacy networks in Italy, Poland, Spain, Romania, and other countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Pharmaceuticals

NAICS

Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (32541), Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (4242), Food (Health) Supplement Retailers (456191), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Pharmaceutical Preparations (2834), Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833), Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRADAGAJ

Children’s Vitamins & Supplements

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Manufacturing & Brands/Vitamins, Supplements & Sports Nutrition

SECONDARYCRADAGAF

Probiotics & Digestive Health Supplements

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Manufacturing & Brands/Vitamins, Supplements & Sports Nutrition

Keywords

• Pediatric pharmaceuticals
• Pediatric nutraceuticals
• Probiotic supplements
• Medical devices
• Food supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Rome

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pediatric Healthcare Products: Dicofarm generates revenue through the sale of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products specifically formulated for infants and children, including probiotics, vitamins, minerals, oral rehydration solutions, laxatives, antiemetics, antireflux products, lactoferrin supplements, melatonin products, and phytotherapy preparations. Products are sold through pharmacies, healthcare providers, and directly to parents.
2. AG Pharma Adult Line: From Dicofarm's experience, AG Pharma was founded in 2002 to offer pharmaceutical know-how to adult medicine in various therapeutic areas, expanding revenue streams beyond pediatric focus.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Dicofarm manufactures and sells a pediatric-focused pharmaceutical and nutraceutical product portfolio for infants and children, spanning probiotics, vitamins and minerals, phytotherapy products, laxatives (medical devices), oral rehydration solutions, lactoferrin supplements, melatonin products, antiemetics, and antireflux medical devices. The company develops products through continuous research and medical-community collaboration and markets them via pharmacy networks and healthcare-provider recommendations across Italy, Poland, Spain, and Romania, with additional international export and licensing opportunities.

Product overview

Dicofarm is a pediatric pharmaceutical company founded in 1977 offering a comprehensive portfolio of food supplements, medical devices, and foods for special medical purposes. The product line spans 10 therapeutic categories: Probiotics (9 products including Dicoflor brand with multiple formulations like capsules, sachets, and drops, plus Dicoflor Immuno D3, Dicoflor IBS, and Dicoflor Complex junior), Vitamins & Minerals (9 products including Dicofer, Dicofer Kids, Dicovit line, FluorD3, and Vita K Plus), Phytotherapy (8 products including Actenacol, DicoStip, Dicotuss line, Immun-Up D3 line, and Ivumir), Laxatives (4 Dicopeg medical devices in various formats), Oral Rehydration Solutions (4 Dicodral products for special medical purposes), Lactoferrin (2 BLF products), Melatonin (Dicoson), Antiemetics (2 Anaketon products), and Antireflux (1 Dicogel gastro medical device). Products target infants and children with conditions including digestive issues, respiratory support, immune function, nutritional deficiencies, and sleep regulation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dicoflor: Probiotic product line for restoring the balance of intestinal microflora, including various formulations like Dicoflor 30, Dicoflor Kids, Dicoflor Immuno D3, and Dicoflor IBS.

Products and services

• Dicopeg 300g jar Macrogol 3350-based laxative medical device that regulates intestinal transit through osmotic action, softening stool and facilitating evacuation for chronic constipation in pediatric and adult use.
• Dicopeg esse 300g jar Macrogol 3350-based laxative with simethicone medical device for symptomatic treatment of constipation and elimination of intestinal gas.
• Dicopeg esse sachets Macrogol 3350 and simethicone powder for oral solution that treats constipation and reduces bloating and abdominal distension.
• Dicopeg sachets Macrogol 3350-based laxative sachets used for chronic constipation and occasional irregular bowel movements.
• Dicotuss baby med Medical device syrup for dry and productive cough based on ivy, Althaea, and honey that creates a mucoadhesive film protecting the upper respiratory tract in infants and children.
• Dicogel gastro Magnesium alginate and hyaluronic acid medical device for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease in infants and children.
• Dicoflor Complex junior Food supplement combining probiotics (L. rhamnosus GG), B vitamins, and zinc to support energy metabolism, reduce tiredness, and support immune function in older children.
• Dicoflor Kids Probiotic supplement with L. rhamnosus GG in orosoluble sachets that dissolve easily in liquids or can be taken directly to promote balance of intestinal microflora.
• Dicoflor Drops Probiotic drops containing L. rhamnosus GG for promoting balance of intestinal microflora; Halal and Kosher certified.
• Dicoflor IBS drops Probiotic supplement containing L. rhamnosus GG and L. plantarum (299V) for promoting balance of intestinal microflora, targeted at IBS symptoms.
• Dicoflor Immuno D3 Probiotic supplement with Vitamin D3 supporting immune system function and promoting balance of intestinal microflora; Halal and Kosher certified.
• Dicoflor 30 sachets Probiotic supplement with L. rhamnosus GG for restoring the balance of intestinal microflora, in sachet format.
• Dicoflor 30 capsules Probiotic supplement containing L. rhamnosus GG in capsule form for restoring the balance of intestinal microflora.
• Dicoflor 30 AAD sachets Probiotic supplement with L. rhamnosus GG specifically formulated to restore intestinal microflora altered by antibiotic therapy, in sachet form.
• Dicoflor 30 AAD capsules Probiotic supplement with L. rhamnosus GG in capsule form for restoring intestinal microflora balance during antibiotic therapy.
• Actenacol Food supplement based on Fennel and Lemon Balm with Melatonin supporting digestive functions, gastrointestinal motility, elimination of abdominal gas, and reducing time to fall asleep.
• Actenacol drops Fennel and Lemon Balm supplement with Melatonin in drops form for digestive functions, gas elimination, and sleep support.
• DicoStip High-fiber supplement containing lactulose and Althaea extract for emollient action and promotion of physiological intestinal transit.
• Dicotuss Junior Supplement based on Ivy and Mallow extracts with Hyaluronic Acid, N-acetyl-L-cysteine, and Zinc for fluidity of bronchial secretions and immune support.
• Immun-Up D3 Supplement with titrated Echinacea and Elderberry extracts, Vitamin D3, Betaglucan, and Zinc supporting natural defenses and respiratory tract function.
• Immun-Up D3 Junior Echinacea and Elderberry supplement with Vitamin D3, Betaglucan, Vitamin C, and Zinc in sachets for immune system function in children.
• Ivumir Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) supplement with antioxidant effect supporting correct functioning of the urinary tract.
• Dicodral Liquid Oral rehydration solution with balanced mineral salts, glucose, and zinc for dietary management of acute diarrhea.
• Dicodral Forte Oral rehydration solution with mineral salts and glucose in sachets for acute diarrhea dietary management.
• Dicodral 60 Oral rehydration solution with 60 mmol/l sodium for acute diarrhea dietary management.
• Dicodral Oral rehydration solution with mineral salts, glucose, and zinc for acute diarrhea and fluid loss replacement.
• BLF 100 drops Lactoferrin supplement in drops form (100mg per dose) derived from milk, sold under an exclusive Italian patent for reducing bacterial growth and proliferation in infants and children.
• BLF 200 Gastro-protected lactoferrin tablet supplement (200mg) derived from milk containing lactose, available for export or co-marketing.
• Dicoson Melatonin supplement (1mg per dose) reducing the time taken to fall asleep and alleviating subjective feelings of jet lag.
• Anaketon Vitamin and mineral salts supplement with amino acids for ketosis and acetonemic vomiting, supporting normal energy metabolism.
• Anaketon Nausea Ginger, Vitamin B1, B2, B6, L-alanine and Chamomile supplement with anti-nausea action for nausea, motion sickness, and digestive disturbances.
• Dicofer Iron supplement in drops form (10mg per dose) supporting normal cognitive function, immune function, and red blood cell development in children.
• Dicofer Kids Microencapsulated gastroprotected iron in orosoluble sachets (15mg iron per dose) for increased iron requirements in children.
• Dicovit D 1000 Vitamin D3 supplement in drops for bone mineralization and immune system support.
• Dicovit D drops Vitamin D3 drops for bone mineralization and immune system support.
• Dicovit DK drops Vitamin D3 and K1 supplement in drops for normal bone growth and development and blood coagulation in children.
• Dicovit Plus DHA, Vitamins D3, A, E, Zinc and Folic Acid supplement for children's growth supporting cognitive function, vision, bones, and immune system.
• FluorD3 drops Fluorine and Vitamin D3 supplement for correct bone mineralization in children with mineralizing action on teeth.
• FluorD3 spray Fluorine and Vitamin D3 spray supplement for bone and teeth mineralization.
• Vita K Plus 150 Vitamin K1 micro-dosed supplement in drops supporting the blood coagulation process.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dicofarm Polska established in 2006, now a leader in nutraceuticals in Poland

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Dicofarm PolskacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006Established in 2006, Dicofarm Polska is now a leader in nutraceuticals in Poland. This subsidiary represents Dicofarm's internationalization process and success in expanding into Central European markets.
• AG PharmacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002From Dicofarm's experience, AG Pharma was founded in 2002 to offer Dicofarm's pharmaceutical know-how to adult medicine in various therapeutic areas. This represents an internal spin-off/partnership to expand beyond pediatric focus into adult healthcare markets.
• Medical Community CollaboratorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDicofarm maintains constant collaboration with the medical community, which keeps the company updated on healthcare provider and patient needs. This collaboration informs product development and ensures products meet real-world pediatric healthcare requirements.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/dicofarm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dicofarm-spa
• Instagraminstagram.com/dicofarmofficial

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Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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