Poura Darou Iranian

What Poura Darou Iranian does

Poura Darou Iranian Pharmaceutical Investment Co. is a privately held Tehran-based pharmaceutical investment holding company founded in 2000 by Dr. Seyed Hamidreza Beheshti, operating 13 subsidiaries and employing over 2,200 personnel across pharmaceuticals, dietary and sports supplements, herbal medicines, biotechnological drugs, blood plasma-derived products, cosmetics and hygiene, health-oriented food, and medical/laboratory equipment distribution. Core manufacturing operations span 65,000 sqm across five GMP-certified production sites with capacity exceeding 2 billion tablets/capsules annually, 80,000 soft gels per hour, 40 million sachets, and 130,000 liters of plasma collection per year, producing 744+ product types. The group runs Iran's first Cohn-based plasma fractionation facility (IBRF, 70,000L), liposome/nanosphere/microsphere drug delivery platforms (Faran Daru), and biotechnological hyaluronic acid products (Pouragen), with a monoclonal antibody candidate in late-stage development. Revenue is generated through direct sales of pharmaceuticals to pharmacies, hospitals, and medical centers via wholly-owned Poura Pakhsh (17 branches, all 31 Iranian provinces, 16,000 sqm warehousing), B2C distribution of supplements and cosmetics through Rokh Ara, exclusive agency representation of international medical device brands (Mindray, Analyticon, Linear, TRI, Octapharma), toll plasma fractionation services, and emerging exports to Venezuela, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, with negotiations ongoing for Iraq and Yemen. International licensing partnerships with VitaPharmed (Switzerland), Arnet Pharmaceutical (USA), Octapharma (Switzerland), and Biotest (Germany) underpin the technology and quality positioning. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed; the group is founder-led with active subsidiary-level CEO transitions through 2025 to support scaling of distribution, plasma, herbal, and biotech operations.

Name

Poura Darou Iranian

Legal name

شرکت سرمایه گذاری دارویی پورادارو ایرانیان (سهامی خاص)

Website

https://pouradarou.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Poura Darou Iranian Pharmaceutical Investment Co. is a Tehran-based private pharmaceutical holding operating 13 subsidiaries that manufacture and distribute generic drugs, herbal medicines, biotech products, plasma-derived therapies, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and medical equipment across Iran.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceuticals

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412), Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (3254)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Fill-Finish & Aseptic Drug Product Manufacturing (Biologics/ATMP) (HLAGAGAG)

Keywords

• Generic pharmaceuticals
• Dietary supplements
• Herbal medicines
• Pharmaceutical distribution
• Biotechnological drugs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tehran

HQ country

Iran

HQ region

Middle East

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pharmaceutical Products: Manufacturing and sale of generic pharmaceutical drugs, herbal medicines, and biotechnological medicines through 13 subsidiaries. Products sold to pharmacies, hospitals, and medical centers across Iran via in-house distribution network.
2. Nutritional and Sports Supplements: Production and sale of dietary supplements under licensed brands (VitaPharmed Switzerland, Health Burst USA) and own brands (Rozavit, VivaTune, VitalyTone, VivaKids, VitaFizz, VitaTime, New Century). Sold through pharmacies.
3. Cosmetics and Hygiene Products: Production and sale of cosmetic and hygiene products under licensed brands (Cosmecology France, Dermosis, Skovit under VitaPharmed Switzerland license) and Iranian brands (Botanis, Derrovita). Distributed through pharmacies and some requiring physician prescription.
4. Blood Plasma Products: Collection of blood plasma and production of plasma-derived medicines (albumin, IVIG, factor 8, factor 9) through Novin Plasma and IBRF. Distribution of plasma products to hospitals and patients.
5. Medical and Laboratory Equipment Distribution: Exclusive representation of Mindray hematology equipment, Analyticon urine strips, Linear ESR devices, and distribution of TCOAG coagulation, PFAFF bilirubin meters, Dr.FOOKE allergens, and Swiss TRI dental implants.
6. Food Products: Production of health-oriented food products including chewing gum, mouth fresheners, and cold candies under Notsore brand. Pursuing export to regional markets.
7. Contract Manufacturing Services: Offering contract manufacturing services in herbal medicines and supplements at Iran Darouk facilities in Tehran, adhering to confidentiality, GMP principles, timely production, and customer orientation.
8. Plasma Toll Fractionation: Novin Plasma has a toll fractionation agreement with the Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization, sending collected plasma to Octapharma Switzerland and Biotest Germany for processing.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Poura Darou Iranian is a privately held pharmaceutical investment holding company that manufactures generic drugs, herbal medicines, dietary supplements, biotechnological drugs, blood plasma products, cosmetics, hygiene products, and health-oriented food through 13 subsidiaries. The group operates GMP-certified production sites across Iran producing over 744 product types and distributes them domestically through a 17-branch network covering all 31 provinces, plus exclusive representation of international medical equipment brands.

Product overview

Poura Darou Iranian Pharmaceutical Investment Co. is a diversified pharmaceutical investment holding company operating across the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, herbal medicine, cosmetics and hygiene, food products, medical and laboratory equipment, plasma-derived products, and distribution sectors through 13 subsidiary companies. The group's portfolio is organized into six subsidiary groups: Pharmaceutical Production (Rouz Darou, Iran Darouk, Chemi Darou), Dietary Supplements (Pourateb Gostar), Cosmetics & Hygiene / Food (Booteh Sabz, Sepaco, Pavej), Distribution (Poura Pakhsh, Rokh Ara), Medical & Lab Equipment (Pharmateb, ArisaFarin Teb), and Knowledge-Based / Biotechnology (Pouragen, Pharan Daru, Novin Plasma). The holding manages a product portfolio of over 744 product types including 154+ dietary supplement varieties (VivaTune, VivaKids, VivaPower, VitaFizz, VitaTime, HealthBurst, New Century, Rozavit), 109 therapeutic drugs from Rouz Darou, 100 herbal medicines from Iran Darouk/HerbaTune, 22 biotech medicines (Hyalovisc, Optavisc, Dermavisc), 157 cosmetics and hygiene products (Cosmecology, Dermosis, Skovit, Botanis, Derrovita), 35+ healthy food products (Notsore), 46 plasma-derived products, and 85 laboratory and dental equipment products. Production facilities span 65,000 sq meters across 15+ production lines capable of producing over 2 billion tablets/capsules, 40 million sachets, 80,000 softgels per hour, and 24 million bottles of drops/syrups annually, with GMP certification at Rouz Darou, Iran Darouk, and Pourateb Gostar sites.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rozavit (رزاویت): Nutritional supplement brand of Rouz Darou Pharmaceuticals
• VivaTune (ویواتیون)
• VitallyTone (ویتالی تون)
• VivaKids (ویواکیدز)
• VitaFizz (ویتافیز)
• VitaTime (ویتاتایم)
• HealthBurst (هلث برست)
• New Century (نیوسنتری)
• VivaPower (ویواپاور)
• HerbaTune (هرباتیون)
• Notsore (ناتسور)
• Skovit (اسکوویت)
• Cosmecology (کاسمکولوژی)
• Dermosis (درموسیس)
• Botanis (بوتانیس)
• Derrovita (دروویتا)
• Hyalovisc (هیالوویسک)
• Optavisc (اپتاویسک)
• Dermavisc (درماویسک)
• Renofer (رینوفر)
• Iryno (آیرینو)
• Xterlin (اکسترلین)
• Citoderm (سیتودرم)
• Gol Cito (گل سیتو)
• Gol Kuh (گل کوه)

Products and services

• Rouz Darou Generic Pharmaceuticals Generic pharmaceutical medicines produced at three GMP-certified production sites covering nervous system, digestive, urology, cardiovascular, diabetes, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and pain relief therapeutic categories. Sold to pharmacies, hospitals, and medical centers across Iran.
• VitaPharmed and Health Burst Licensed Dietary Supplements Dietary and sports supplements for children, adults, and athletes produced under license from VitaPharmed Switzerland (VivaTune, VitalyTone, VivaKids, VitaFizz, VitaFizzplus) and Arnet Pharmaceuticals USA (HealthBurst). Includes 154+ product types. Sold through pharmacies across Iran.
• Rozavit Dietary Supplement Line Rouz Darou's own brand of dietary supplements (36 product types) manufactured in a dedicated 1,200 sqm facility. Sold through pharmacies across Iran.
• HerbaTune Herbal Medicines Over 100 herbal medicine formulations produced by Iran Darouk in tablets, drops, syrups, solutions, inhalers, sachets, creams, ointments, and gels. Manufactured at GMP-certified facilities. Only herbal medicine company based in Tehran. Sold to pharmacies and hospitals.
• Cosmecology, Dermosis, and Skovit Cosmetics Cosmetics and personal care products (157 SKUs) including licensed brands Cosmecology (from France), Dermosis, Skovit (under VitaPharmed Switzerland license), and Iranian brands Botanis and Derrovita. Categories include shampoos, creams, soaps, BB creams, deodorants, and sunscreen.
• Notsore Health Food Products Health-oriented food products including chewing gum, mouth fresheners, and cold candies under the Notsore brand. Produced using European technology. Pursuing regional export markets.
• Hyalovisc, Optavisc, and Dermavisc Biotechnological Drugs Biotechnological medicines produced by knowledge-based subsidiary Pouragen. Hyalovisc (intra-articular sodium hyaluronate injection), Optavisc (ophthalmic sodium hyaluronate drops), and Dermavisc (dermal fillers). GMP-certified production. Monoclonal antibody drug in clinical trials expected to launch by 2025-2026.
• Renofer, Iryno, and Xterlin Advanced Drug Delivery Products Pharmaceutical products based on advanced drug delivery technologies. Renofer uses liposomal iron technology, Iryno uses nanosphere technology, and Xterlin uses microsphere technology. All three brands hold knowledge-based certification from the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology.
• Citoderm, Gol Cito, and Gol Kuh Herbal Soaps Herbal medicinal soaps produced by Pavej (36% owned by Poura Darou Group). Brands include Citoderm (medicinal soaps), Gol Cito (herbal soaps and cleansing bars), and Gol Kuh (herbal soaps). Designed for various skin conditions.
• Blood Plasma Collection and Plasma-Derived Products Plasma-derived medicines including albumin, IVIG (intravenous immunoglobulin), factor 8, and factor 9 produced by Novin Plasma and IBRF. Plasma collected at 5 centers with 130,000 liters annual capacity. Toll fractionation partnerships with Octapharma Switzerland and Biotest Germany.
• Mindray and Analyticon Medical Equipment Distribution Distribution and after-sales service of medical and laboratory equipment from international brands including Mindray (hematology), Analyticon (urine strips), Linear (ESR devices), TCOAG (coagulation), PFAFF (bilirubin meters), and Dr.FOOKE (allergens). Exclusive Iranian representative.
• Swiss TRI Dental Implants and GEISTLICH Dental Products Import and supply of dental implants and dental products from Swiss TRI and GEISTLICH (Switzerland). Exclusive supplier of TRI dental implants in Iran. R&D collaboration with Iranian universities for technology localization.
• Poura Pakhsh Pharmaceutical Distribution Services Pharmaceutical distribution services covering all 31 provinces of Iran through 17 active branches. Distributes over 3,700 product SKUs from 16,000 sqm warehouses. Handles products from group subsidiaries and 90+ external suppliers. Cold chain logistics. Serves pharmacies, hospitals, and medical centers.
• Contract Manufacturing Services for Herbal Medicines and Supplements Contract manufacturing services for herbal medicines and dietary supplements offered by Iran Darouk at GMP-certified facilities in Tehran. Adheres to confidentiality, GMP principles, and timely production. Targeted at other pharmaceutical companies needing manufacturing capacity.
• AMIBINOX (Zolpidem Tablet) Zolpidem tablet for insomnia treatment, launched by Rouz Darou in early 2024. New product addition to the generic pharmaceutical portfolio.

Quantifiable outcome

• 744+ product types across pharmaceuticals, supplements, cosmetics, food, and plasma products distributed
• +3 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

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VitaPharmed SA (Switzerland)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLong-standing licensing partnership for production of dietary supplement brands including VivaTune, VitalyTone, VivaKids, VitaFizz, VitaFizzplus, and probiotic products under VitaPharmed's formulas in Poura Darou's Iranian facilities. Products undergo quality testing in Switzerland before market release.
• Arnet Pharmaceutical Corp (USA)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLicensing partnership for Health Burst brand products for adults, manufactured in Poura Darou's Iranian facilities.
• Mindray (China)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive Iranian representative for Mindray hematology devices and solutions, holding significant market share in Iran's hospitals and laboratories.
• Analyticon (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive representative for Analyticon urine strips and reading devices in Iran.
• Linear (Sweden)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive representative for Linear ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) devices in Iran.
• Octapharma AG (Switzerland)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerToll fractionation partner for plasma products. Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization plasma and Novin Plasma's collected plasma is sent to Octapharma for fractionation. Also, Pourateb is the official representative of Octapharma in Iran.
• Biotest (Germany)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerToll fractionation partner for plasma products. Plasma collected by Novin Plasma and Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization is sent to Biotest for fractionation.
• TRI (Switzerland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArisaFarin Teb supplies Swiss TRI dental implants in Iran. The company is working with Amir Kabir University of Technology and Iran University of Medical Sciences on localization of dental implant technology.
• GEISTLICH (Switzerland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArisaFarin Teb sells GEISTLICH dental products in Iran.
• Amir Kabir University of Technology and Iran University of Medical SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArisaFarin Teb collaborates with these universities for R&D and education programs focused on localization of dental implant technology.
• Vita Pharmed SA (Switzerland)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSepaco Iranian Food Industry has commercial relationship with Vita Pharmed SA Switzerland for health-oriented food products.
• Power mints (Germany)minorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSepaco Iranian Food Industry sources products and technology from Power mints Germany for chewing gum and confectionery.
• Starting line (Italy)minorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSepaco Iranian Food Industry sources technology from Starting line Italy for cold candy production.
• TCOAGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPharmateb distributes TCOAG coagulation devices and kits in Iran.
• PFAFFminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPharmateb distributes PFAFF bilirubin meters in Iran.
• Dr.FOOKE (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPharmateb distributes Dr.FOOKE allergen products in Iran.
• Shafa Aragh Pharmaceutical Distribution Co.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPoura Darou serves as a main sponsor of Shafa Aragh's annual distributor seminar in Kish Island, with top-performing regional branches recognized.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Grifols: Spanish global plasma company and parent of Biotest (a Poura Darou plasma partner). Comparable in plasma collection, fractionation, and downstream plasma-derived therapies; relevant as both a partner-adjacent benchmark and a long-term global competitor in the same plasma value chain Poura Darou is building domestically.
• Octapharma: Swiss global plasma products company and current toll fractionation partner of Novin Plasma. Operates at significantly larger global scale but directly comparable in plasma fractionation technology and downstream albumin/IVIG production, making it both a partner and a benchmark.

Direct peers

• Darou Pakhsh Pharmaceutical Distribution Company: Iran's largest pharmaceutical distribution company with nationwide reach and exclusive distribution rights for major multinational pharma firms. Directly comparable to Poura Pakhsh distribution subsidiary and a major channel partner in the Iranian pharmaceutical supply chain.
• Tamin Pharmaceutical Investment Company (TPICO): Iran's largest state-affiliated pharmaceutical investment holding company, operating across generic pharma manufacturing, distribution, and biotech. The closest comparable in business model and domestic market, with materially larger scale and broader portfolio across dosage forms and therapeutic categories.

Broad incumbents

• Teva Pharmaceutical Industries: World's largest generic pharmaceutical manufacturer with broad portfolio across generics, specialty, and biopharmaceuticals. Comparable in generics manufacturing scale, diversification across dosage forms, and ambition to build biologics capability alongside a generics core.
• Cipla: Indian global pharmaceutical company with leading position in generics, active in 80+ countries with significant emerging-market exposure. Comparable as a diversified pharma with multiple dosage forms, biotech aspirations, and similar strategic emphasis on accessible medicines in developing markets.

Regional players

• Hikma Pharmaceuticals: Jordanian-founded specialty pharmaceutical company with strong MENA presence producing generics, injectables, and branded products. Comparable as a regional pharma player with focus on emerging markets, multi-country distribution, and similar diversification across dosage forms.
• Julphar (Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries): UAE-based pharmaceutical manufacturer producing generics, biosimilars, and consumer health products across the MENA region. Comparable as a regional pharma holding with diversified product portfolio, multiple dosage forms, and similar emerging-market focus.
• SPIMACO (Saudi Pharmaceutical Industries & Medical Appliances Corporation): Leading Saudi Arabian pharmaceutical manufacturer with diversified portfolio across generics, branded drugs, and medical devices. Comparable as a regional pharma manufacturer with similar product breadth, regulatory positioning, and emerging-market distribution model.
• EIPICO (Egyptian International Pharmaceutical Industries Company): One of the largest Egyptian pharmaceutical manufacturers producing generics across multiple therapeutic categories with strong MENA distribution. Comparable as a regional pharma manufacturer serving similar emerging markets with similar therapeutic breadth and dosage-form diversity.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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