Paladin Labs Acquires Zincofax from Johnson & Johnson
MONTREAL, QUEBEC -- May 29, 2007 -- Paladin Labs Inc., a leading Canadian specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has acquired, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Squire Pharmaceuticals Inc, Zincofax®, one of Canada's leading diaper rash creams, from Johnson & Johnson, Inc.
According to IMS Canada, 2006 Canadian sales of Zincofax® amounted to approximately $1.5 million. Zincofax®, launched in 1945, has strong brand recognition with physicians and consumers.
"This acquisition complements our growing presence in the pediatric market. Zincofax® will be promoted alongside Twinject® to pediatricians," said Jonathan Ross Goodman, President and CEO of Paladin Labs.
About Paladin Labs
Paladin Labs Inc., headquartered in Montreal, Canada, is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on acquiring or in- licensing innovative pharmaceutical products for the Canadian market. With this strategy, a focused national sales team and proven marketing expertise, Paladin has evolved into one of Canada's leading specialty pharmaceutical companies. Paladin's shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol PLB. For more information about Paladin, please visit the Company's web site at www.paladinlabs.com.
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