Dr Max Pharma

Dr Max Pharma, founded in 2004 is a recognised pharmacy chain in Central Europe with headquarters in Czech Republic. The company is a subsidiary of Penta Investments. The aim of the business is to considerably improve the health care sector through the provision of a portfolio of medical products and services at competitive prices.

The business manages more than 2100 pharmacies in Europe which include over 400 in Czech Republic, over 500 in Poland, over 300 in Slovakia, over 600 in Romania, over 100 in Serbia and  20 in Italy . In 2014, the company started to sell products online.

The company was created following the share purchase by 50% of Ceska Lekarna by Penta investments. By the end of 2014, Dr Max pharmacies had expanded considerably in the Czech Republic while in Poland the business was getting stabilised.

However, the company maintained acquisitions like Llyods pharmacies network, Gehe distributors in Czech Republic, Phoenix and Mediq in Poland. Presently, the pharmaceutical group continues to expand, targeting more markets in Europe.

Dr. Max has recently opened a new laboratory in Rudna u Prahy which has the latest technologies.

The business has acquired A&D Pharma, a leading pharmacy network in Romania in 2018. This particular move will further expand the business and strengthen its presence in Romania.

Dr. Max achieved a turnover of € 106.7 million in 2018. The company sells around 1.2 million products per day. Dr. Max employs over 17000 persons in 8 countries which include Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia and Italy. 

Dr Max Pharma is one of the top 4 retail pharmacy chains in Europe and in Central Europe, it is the largest pharmacy chain.

Moreover, the pharmaceutical company deals with manufacturers as well as distributors to maintain the supply of its products. The company is looking for personal care products which include hair care, skincare, oral care, baby care and food supplements. 

Concerning its private label, Dr Max, the company is looking for suppliers of baby care, sun protection products, skincare  and makeup products.

UPDATES ON DR MAX ON 14/09/2020

For 2020 Dr Max is interested in personal care products such as hair care, hygiene, skincare, oral care, supplements, etc. Dr. Max is looking for affordable skincare products. The company is sourcing products containing Q10 or a similar alternative. Furthermore, it is also looking for organic and natural products.

UPDATES ON DR MAX ON  20/01/2021

For 2021, Dr Max is sourcing products for it own labels in the personal care category such ashair care, hygiene, makeup, vitamins, complements.