Following cyberattack, chief information officer Mukesh Rathi said Dr Reddy's was “anticipating all services to be up within 24 hours,” adding that “we do not foresee any major impact on our operations due to this incident.”

RB CEO Laxman Narasimhan sees the potential for the company to establish a global supplements business built on the successes it has enjoyed in the US and China. The comments came as RB reported solid growth in the third quarter, despite struggles for its OTC brands.

Switch consultant Susan Levy suggests drug firms temper enthusiasm for Rx-to-OTC switches with considering the costs NDAs generate and the histories of switches that haven’t been successes.

Reckitt launches five probiotic supplements under Bodi-Ome brand; Liquid I.V. introduces hydration and immune-boosting beverage; electrolyte brand Kinderlyte expands with sleep and immunity drinks; Longevity brings SpermidineLife to US; and Human Power of N offers vitamin D3 chews.