Remifemin

What Remifemin does

Remifemin is a German herbal pharmaceutical product brand specializing in hormone-free treatments for menopausal symptoms, owned and manufactured by Schaper & Brümmer GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany. The product family comprises Remifemin plus Johanniskraut, Remifemin, Remifemin mono (oral film-coated tablets in various pack sizes), and Remifemin FeuchtCreme (a hormone-free medical device cream for vaginal dryness), all built around the proprietary iCR-Special Extract — an isopropanolic extract from Cimicifuga racemosa (Black Cohosh) root stock that contains no hormones or phyto-hormones. The extract has been evaluated in over 30 clinical studies involving more than 13,000 patients between 1987 and 2016, establishing a substantial clinical evidence base for efficacy in treating hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, and mood symptoms.

The business operates a pharmacy-exclusive go-to-market model, distributing products through both physical pharmacies and online pharmacy platforms (Amazon, DocMorris, ShopApotheke, Medikamente-per-Klick, ApoDiscounter, among others) across 35+ countries spanning Europe, Asia, North America, the Middle East, and Oceania. Retail unit prices range from approximately €10.98 to €61.79 per pack depending on SKU and channel. Revenue is generated entirely through one-time OTC transactions with inherent repeat-purchase dynamics tied to chronic-condition usage. Marketing combines a content-rich website, the Wechselweiber Blog, a newsletter, an Instagram presence (@4healthywomen), and the newly launched Remifemin Wechseljahre App for iOS and Android — which provides symptom tracking, dosage reminders, and expert content to deepen direct consumer engagement.

The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no public revenue figures; it appears to be an established, independent mid-sized German pharmaceutical manufacturer focused on a single therapeutic category (women's menopause health) with a single core active ingredient. Operational scale indicators include 35+ country distribution and 30+ clinical studies, but specific headcount, revenue, and ownership structure remain undisclosed in available sources.

Name

Remifemin

Legal name

Schaper & Brümmer GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://remifemin.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Remifemin, a brand of Schaper & Brümmer GmbH & Co. KG (Salzgitter, Germany), manufactures and distributes hormone-free herbal pharmaceuticals — built on a proprietary Black Cohosh extract — for women experiencing menopausal symptoms, sold exclusively through pharmacies across 35+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Women's Health Pharmaceuticals

NAICS

Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (32562)

SIC

Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840)

akta.pro primary industry

Sleep, Stress & Mood Support (HLAIADAG)

Keywords

• Menopause symptom relief
• Herbal pharmaceutical products
• Hormone-free therapy
• Women's health medicine
• Phytopharmaceutical remedies

Headquarters

HQ city

Salzgitter

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pharmaceutical Product Sales: Remifemin products (Remifemin plus Johanniskraut, Remifemin, Remifemin mono, Remifemin FeuchtCreme) are sold exclusively through pharmacies as over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products. Products are purchased as one-time transactions but with repeat purchase potential as they are used for ongoing treatment of menopause symptoms.
2. Online Pharmacy Sales: Products available through online pharmacy platforms and marketplaces including Amazon, DocMorris, ShopApotheke, Medikamente-per-Klick, ApoDiscounter, and others. These channels provide additional revenue stream through e-commerce distribution.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Remifemin is a product brand of Schaper & Brümmer GmbH & Co. KG that manufactures and sells a family of hormone-free herbal medicines containing the proprietary iCR-Special Extract from Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) for the treatment of menopausal symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, mood swings, and vaginal dryness. The portfolio includes oral tablets (Remifemin plus Johanniskraut, Remifemin, Remifemin mono) and a vaginal moisturizing cream, distributed exclusively through pharmacies.

Product overview

Remifemin is a hormone-free herbal medicine product family manufactured by Schaper & Brümmer GmbH & Co. KG in Germany for treating menopause symptoms. The core product line consists of three oral medications containing iCR-special extract from black cohosh (Traubensilberkerze): Remifemin plus Johanniskraut for stronger psychological and physical symptoms, Remifemin for lighter symptoms, and Remifemin mono for once-daily dosing convenience. These are complemented by Remifemin FeuchtCreme, a hormone-free moisturizing cream for vaginal dryness, and the Remifemin Wechseljahre App for digital menopause tracking and support. All products are pharmacy-only medications (apothekenpflichtig) except the FeuchtCreme which is a medical device.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Remifemin plus Johanniskraut: Hormone-free herbal medicine for menopause symptoms including hot flashes, excessive sweating, nervousness, irritability, and depressive moods.
• Remifemin
• Remifemin mono
• Remifemin FeuchtCreme
• Remifemin Wechseljahre App

Products and services

• Remifemin plus Johanniskraut
• Remifemin Hormone-free herbal medicine with standard dosage of iCR-special extract from Black Cohosh (Traubensilberkerze) for treating lighter menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, sweating, and sleep disturbances. Taken twice daily. Available in 60, 100, and 200 tablet pack sizes. Sold exclusively through pharmacies.
• Remifemin mono Single-dose daily formulation of Black Cohosh iCR-special extract designed for once-daily intake convenience to treat milder menopause symptoms. Contains the same active ingredient as Remifemin. Available in 30, 60, and 90 tablet pack sizes. Sold exclusively through pharmacies.
• Remifemin FeuchtCreme Medical device cream containing hamamelis water (witch hazel) for treating vaginal dryness during menopause. Contains lactic acid (pH 4.2-4.5) and is free from hormones, fragrances, dyes, silicones, and parabens. Available in 50g size. Sold exclusively through pharmacies.
• Remifemin Wechseljahre App Free mobile application companion for menopause management providing daily exercise reminders, expert knowledge, symptom tracking, menopause self-tests, and product scanning for feature unlocking. All app functions are free for Remifemin product customers. Available for iOS and Android.

Quantifiable outcome

• Efficacy and tolerability demonstrated in 30+ studies with 13,000+ patients
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Schwabe Group: Major German herbal pharmaceutical manufacturer with pharmacy-only distribution and extensive clinical research on botanical extracts. Comparable business model, regulatory positioning, and evidence-based herbal product strategy.
• Bionorica: German phytopharmaceutical company producing clinically validated herbal medicines sold primarily through pharmacies. Directly comparable as a European-based herbal OTC player with strong clinical evidence and pharmacy distribution.
• Estroven: US-based hormone-free menopause symptom supplement brand with multi-SKU portfolio targeting hot flashes, sleep, and mood. Directly comparable OTC consumer product targeting the same menopausal symptom categories.
• Biologische Heilmittel Heel: German pharmaceutical company specializing in plant-based and homeopathic medicines distributed through pharmacies. Comparable as a herbal/natural medicine manufacturer with pharmacy channel focus and women's health products.
• Amberen: Hormone-free menopause relief supplement brand sold OTC. Comparable as a non-prescription menopause symptom solution targeting similar customer demographics.

Broad incumbents

• Organon: Global women's health pharmaceutical company with established menopause hormone therapy franchises. Comparable end market but broader prescription-led portfolio versus Remifemin's OTC herbal approach.
• Theramex: Global specialty pharmaceutical company focused exclusively on women's health, including menopause hormone therapy and related products. Comparable women's health focus with broader prescription portfolio.

Emerging players

• Bonafide Health: DTC-focused women's health brand with clinically studied, non-hormonal menopause and perimenopause products. Comparable target customer and hormone-free positioning, but with a direct-to-consumer vs. pharmacy distribution model.
• Gaia Herbs: US herbal supplement brand offering Black Cohosh and other women's health botanicals. Comparable use of Cimicifuga-based ingredients and women's wellness category, though more supplement-positioned and DTC.
• EVEN: Direct-to-consumer women's wellness company offering supplements for perimenopause and menopause symptom relief. Comparable customer base and product category, with a modern DTC and digital engagement approach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/4healthywomen

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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