What Geolab does

Geolab Indústria Farmacêutica S/A is a privately held Brazilian pharmaceutical manufacturer founded in 1999 and headquartered in the DAIA industrial district of Anápolis, Goiás, identified by Brazil's Ministry of Science as the largest pharmaceutical-chemistry hub in Latin America. The company manufactures and sells a broad portfolio of generic medications, similar medications (similares), over-the-counter products, herbal/phytotherapeutic products, and hospital medications, totaling 153 generic presentations across 76 brands. Therapeutic areas covered include respiratory (notably Cisteil, the market-leading acetylcysteine brand in Brazil), ophthalmology (eye drops and ocular lubricants such as Acu Fresh and Colírio Geolab), gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and central nervous system treatments. Geolab positions itself among the largest Brazilian manufacturers of eye drops and sachet medications, and produces both branded (e.g., Miracálcio, Apaxy) and generic (e.g., Ciprofloxacino + Dexametasona) lines.

Operations are anchored by a 50,000+ m² industrial park with production units, ANVISA-certified quality control laboratories, and a 10,000+ m² distribution center, employing 2,200+ staff across R&D, production, logistics, marketing, and commercial functions. The company holds ANVISA manufacturing certification, ISO 14001 environmental certification (DNV, November 2022), LGPD data-protection compliance, and EcoVadis recognition (2023). Revenue is generated through one-time sales of pharmaceutical products to a multi-tier distribution network comprising Abradilan-affiliated pharmaceutical distributors and major retail pharmacy chains such as Raia Drogasil, ultimately reaching 93,000 points of sale across virtually all Brazilian municipalities. The go-to-market combines B2B distributor and field-sales relationships with a national direct-to-consumer institutional campaign ('Qualidade de verdade, vai de Geolab') reaching 40 million+ people. Geolab has been twice named Abradilan 'Best Supplier of the Year' and 'Best Supplier of Similar Medications.'

Name

Geolab

Legal name

Geolab Indústria Farmacêutica S/A

Website

https://geolab.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Geolab is a privately held Brazilian pharmaceutical manufacturer founded in 1999, producing generics, similar medications, OTC, and herbal products across 153 presentations and 76 brands, distributed to 93,000 pharmacies nationwide from its Anápolis industrial park.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Anápolis

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pharmaceutical Product Sales: Revenue generated from the manufacture and sale of generic medications, similar medications (similares), OTC products, herbal/fitoterápico medications, and hospital medications through distribution networks and retail pharmacies across Brazil.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Geolab manufactures and distributes generic medications (genéricos), similar medications (similares), over-the-counter (OTC/MIP) products, herbal/phytotherapeutic medicines, hospital medications, and nutritional supplements. Its portfolio spans respiratory, gastrointestinal, ophthalmology, musculoskeletal, hepatoprotective, and bone health therapeutic areas, including 153 generic drug presentations across 76 brands distributed through Abradilan-affiliated distributors and retail pharmacy chains to 93,000 points of sale nationwide.

Product overview

Geolab is a Brazilian pharmaceutical company offering a diverse portfolio of medications distributed across multiple categories: generic medicines, herbal/phytotherapeutic products, prescription (Rx) medications, and over-the-counter (OTC/MIP) products. The product portfolio spans several therapeutic areas including respiratory (expectorants, mucolytics, anti-flu), ophthalmology (eye drops and ocular lubricants), gastrointestinal (antacids, antiflatulents, hepatoprotectives), musculoskeletal (muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatories), cardiovascular, metabolic, and central nervous system treatments. Key products include Cisteil (acetylcysteine expectorant, market leader in Brazil), Dimeftal GEL CAPS (simeticona), Resfriliv (anti-flu combination), eye care products (Acu Fresh, Acu Fresh G, Colírio Geolab), and bone health supplements (Miracálcio). The company operates with 153 generic drug presentations, 76 brands, and reaches approximately 93,000 points of sale nationwide. Geolab also produces veterinary/ectoparasiticidal products (Kaodine). The portfolio includes specialized categories such as ophthalmologic products and powdered medication sachets, with Geolab ranking among the largest manufacturers of eye drops and sachet medications in Brazil.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Geolab Cuida: Social responsibility and sustainability initiative encompassing environmental policy, ESG practices, and social actions including food donations exceeding 5,000 tonnes.
• Geo (Assistente Geolab)

Products and services

• Cisteil Expectorant containing acetylcysteine that thins respiratory secretions for easier elimination, also used as an antidote in paracetamol intoxication. Available as soluble granules and syrup formulations. Cisteil is the market leader in acetylcysteine in Brazil.
• Dimeftal GEL CAPS Antiflatulent soft gelatin capsule containing simeticona 125mg for fast relief from gas-related symptoms including flatulence, abdominal discomfort, bloating, and cramps. Also used for digestive endoscopy and colonoscopy preparation.
• Nufig Met Hepatoprotective medication containing racemetionina and silymarin (Silybum marianum L.) indicated for treatment and support of liver function in patients with hepatic disorders.
• Resfriliv Anti-flu medication for symptomatic treatment of congestive and exudative disorders from flu, colds, and allergic rhinitis, containing phenylephrine hydrochloride, chlorpheniramine maleate, and paracetamol.
• Miracálcio MDK Bone health supplement containing calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, and vitamin K2, supporting bone and teeth formation, electrolyte balance, and blood coagulation.
• Miracálcio Citrato Malato Calcium supplement combining calcium citrate malate with vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), supporting bone and teeth formation, muscle function, and neuromuscular function.
• Ibuvix Anti-inflammatory analgesic containing ibuprofen, available in 300mg, 400mg, and 600mg tablet formulations plus drops, indicated for relief of inflammation, pain, and fever in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal injuries, and post-surgical pain.
• Acu Fresh G Ocular lubricant and hydrant combining carmellose sodium with glycerol for lubrication and hydration of the ocular surface.
• Acu Fresh Ophthalmic lubricant containing carmellose sodium 5mg/mL for relief of dry eye symptoms, eye irritation, and burning sensation caused by wind, sun, dry air, and contact lens use.
• Colírio Geolab Ophthalmic astringent solution containing naphazoline hydrochloride and zinc sulfate, indicated for treatment of eye irritations caused by dust, wind, heat, smoke, and foreign bodies.
• Ondrau Antiemetic medication containing ondansetrona for prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting, available as orodispersible tablets in 4mg and 8mg dosages.
• Miebra Muscle relaxant containing cyclobenzaprina, indicated for treatment of muscle spasms associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions including lower back pain, neck stiffness, shoulder periarthritis, cervicobrachialgia, and fibromyalgia.
• Cloridrato de Ciprofloxacino + Dexametasona (Generic) Generic antibiotic ophthalmic solution combining ciprofloxacin 3.5mg/mL with dexamethasone 1mg/mL, indicated for ocular infections caused by susceptible microorganisms when anti-inflammatory action is required.
• Kaodine Ectoparasiticide containing permethrin, available as 1% lotion for head lice and nits treatment, and 5% lotion for scabies treatment.
• Fluisolvan Mucolytic and expectorant syrup containing ambroxol hydrochloride, indicated for secretolytic therapy in acute and chronic bronchopulmonary conditions associated with abnormal mucus secretion.
• Apaxy Phytotherapeutic product with high concentration of Passiflora incarnata L., indicated for treatment of mild anxiety, insomnia, and anxiety disorders.
• Abrifit Expectorant containing Hedera Helix extract, indicated as expectorant and mucofluidificant for productive cough and cough with phlegm.
• Stomaliv Antacid containing citric acid, sodium bicarbonate, and sodium carbonate for relief of heartburn and gastric acidity.
• Valyanne Natural sedative containing Valeriana officinalis, indicated as sleep promoter and sedative.
• Fitobiloba Herbal product containing Ginkgo biloba, indicated for antioxidant support and improvement of blood circulation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40 million+ people impacted by institutional campaign
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Abradilan (Associação Brasileira de Distribuição e Logística de Produtos Farmacêuticos)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 13 March 2024Abradilan is the Brazilian association of pharmaceutical distribution and logistics companies. Geolab maintains strategic partnership with Abradilan member distributors who evaluate and award Geolab as best supplier. The partnership is fundamental to Geolab's distribution reaching tens of thousands of pharmacies across virtually all Brazilian municipalities.
• DNV (Det Norske Veritas)coreOthers · 1 November 2022DNV is an international certification body that awarded Geolab ISO 14001 certification in November 2022, recognizing the company's environmental management system conformity with international standards.
• Fieg (Federação das Indústrias do Estado de Goiás)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGeolab's Environmental Manager Sandra Emília de Lima Silveira serves as a council member of Fieg's Environment and Sustainability Council, contributing to industry sustainability initiatives and representing Geolab's ESG commitments.
• Raia DrogasilcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRaia Drogasil is one of Brazil's largest pharmacy chains and serves as both a product distribution channel and reverse logistics collection point for Geolab's take-back program for expired medications.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Aurobindo Pharma: Global generic pharmaceutical manufacturer with significant LatAm operations including Brazil. Comparable as a high-volume, low-cost generic manufacturer with API vertical integration and broad therapeutic portfolio.
• Teva Pharmaceutical: World's largest generic drug manufacturer with global distribution and significant OTC presence. Comparable as a scaled generics player, though operating at substantially greater scale and geographic reach than Geolab.
• Medley (Sanofi): Brazilian generic drug leader acquired by Sanofi, competing head-to-head with Geolab in generics across Abradilan-distributed channels. Direct competitor in retail pharmacy generics segment.

Direct peers

• Hypera Pharma: Brazil's largest pharma by revenue (BRL 8B+) with strong OTC, generics, and consumer health portfolio (Mantecorp, Neo Química, Epocler). Direct peer in Brazilian retail pharmacy and OTC categories where Geolab competes with Cisteil and Resfriliv.
• Aché Laboratórios: Brazilian pharmaceutical manufacturer with a diversified portfolio across prescription, generics, OTC, and consumer health. Direct peer in Brazilian retail pharmacy distribution and Abradilan-recognized supplier relationships.
• Biolab Farmacêutica: Brazilian pharmaceutical company with strong prescription and hospital portfolio, plus growing OTC and generics segments. Comparable in scale, ANVISA certification, and Brazilian distribution footprint.
• Cristália: Brazilian pharmaceutical manufacturer with strong hospital and specialty portfolio, including injectables and anesthetics. Comparable in scale, regulatory infrastructure, and Brazilian national distribution to Geolab.
• Eurofarma Laboratórios: Major Brazilian pharmaceutical manufacturer with strong generics, prescription, and OTC portfolio, plus growing international presence. Comparable to Geolab in scale, ANVISA-certified manufacturing infrastructure, and distribution reach across Brazil and Latin America.
• Prati-Donaduzzi: Large Brazilian generic and similar drug manufacturer headquartered in Toledo, Paraná, with similar portfolio breadth and national distribution. Direct peer competing in the same Abradilan channels and Brazilian retail pharmacy segment.
• EMS (Grupo EMS): Brazil's largest pharmaceutical company and leading generics/similares manufacturer, with similar portfolio breadth, ANVISA-certified manufacturing, and national distribution. Directly comparable as a Brazilian generic pharma heavyweight competing for Abradilan 'Best Supplier' awards and pharmacy shelf space.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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