Bayer Corporation is a German multinational pharmaceutical and life sciences company that specializes in healthcare, crop science, and consumer health products.
Founded in Barmen, Germany, in 1863 by Friedrich Bayer and Johann Weskott.
In 1898, Bayer trademarked aspirin and began producing it as a pain reliever.
Bayer played a key role in the development of the chemical industry in the early 20th century.
In 1956, Bayer began producing contraceptives, and in 1961, the company launched one of the world's first oral contraceptives, the first three-phase pill called 'Trigovise'.
Acquired Monsanto in 2018.
In 2020, Bayer announced plans to settle lawsuits over its Roundup herbicide for $10.9 billion.
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A British multinational pharmaceutical company that focuses on research and development of drugs and vaccines.
An American multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in developing therapies and vaccines for a wide range of conditions.
Bayer's most well-known product, used to reduce pain, fever, or inflammation.
A line of multivitamins formulated to meet specific needs, such as women's health, men's health, and bone health.
An over-the-counter pain reliever that is used to reduce inflammation, fever and relieve pain.
A prescription medication used to reduce the risk of blood clots, stroke, and other conditions caused by the formation of blood clots.
Bayer Corporation is a pharmaceutical and life sciences company that specializes in healthcare, crop science, and consumer health products.
Bayer is most well-known for its development and production of aspirin, as well as its line of One A Day vitamins.
Bayer produces a wide range of drugs, including aspirin, Aleve, and Xarelto, among others.
Bayer's major competitors in the pharmaceutical industry include Pfizer, Novartis, GSK (GlaxoSmithKline), and Merck & Co.
Bayer is generally considered a reputable and trustworthy company with a long history of producing quality products. However, the company has faced controversy and legal issues related to its production of Roundup herbicide.