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Akorn works hard to grow roots in several segments of the pharmaceutical industry. The company makes and sells specialty therapeutic and diagnostic pharmaceuticals in categories including ophthalmology, rheumatology, and anesthesia. Akorn's ophthalmic segment includes antibiotics, glaucoma treatments, lubricating ointments, diagnostic stains and dyes, and contact lens accessories. The firm's injectable segment includes drugs for rheumatoid arthritis and pain management. Akorn's products are sold nationally to hospitals, physicians, pharmacies, and wholesalers. Akorn also provides contract manufacturing services for other drugmakers. Chairman John Kapoor controls about a third of the company.
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1925 West Field Court, Suite 300
Lake Forest, IL 60045
| | Phone: | 847-279-6100 | | Fax: | 800-943-3694 |
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| Financial
Highlights | | Fiscal Year End: | December | | Revenue (2008): | 93.60 M | | Revenue Growth (1 yr): | 77.00% | | Employees (2008): | 351 | | Employee Growth (1 yr): | (-3.60%) |
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Key People
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Chairman:
John N. Kapoor
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Interim CEO:
Raj Rai
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SVP Operations:
Michael P. Stehn
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