Topicals, from prescription to personal care

Creams, ointments, gels, lotions, serums and medicated toothpaste, made across five manufacturing units in three locations, so your supply never depends on a single site.

A topical cream tube with a magnified view of the emulsion, showing oil droplets dispersed in a water base with the active evenly distributed
5topical manufacturing units
3locations across two states
10topical and personal care formats
60+countries supplied

Topical formats for skin, hair and oral care

Medicated semi-solids for prescription dermatology, and liquid and personal care formats for everyday use.

Creams

Creams

Light, easily absorbed emulsions for skin conditions and care.

Ointments

Ointments

Rich, occlusive bases that hold actives on the skin for longer.

Gels

Gels

Clear, non-greasy bases, often used for pain relief and acne care.

Lotions

Lotions

Spreadable liquids that cover larger areas of skin easily.

Serums

Serums

Concentrated, fast-absorbing formulations for targeted skin care.

Oils

Oils

Medicated and cosmetic oils for skin, scalp and hair.

Shampoos

Shampoos

Medicated and everyday shampoos for scalp and hair care.

Face wash

Face wash

Gentle cleansers, including medicated options for acne-prone skin.

Scrubs

Scrubs

Exfoliating formulations for skin care and personal care brands.

Medicated toothpaste

Medicated toothpaste

Therapeutic toothpastes for sensitivity, gum care and oral health.

The technology behind the topical

Emulsions and semi-solids

Creams, ointments and gels with stable textures and an evenly distributed active.

Liquid topicals

Lotions, serums, oils and shampoos for skin, scalp and hair.

Segregated containment

Dedicated units for steroid and hormonal topicals.

Pharma and cosmetic ranges

Prescription dermatology and personal care made under one quality system.

Dermatology and cosmetics under one roof

Akums dermatology and cosmetics manufacturing unit, Haridwar
Dedicated dermatology unit

Prescription and personal care, side by side

Our Haridwar dermatology and cosmetics unit makes everything from medicated ointments to face wash, scrubs and shampoos, so brands can build a full skin care range with one partner.

Steroid topicals in two states

Steroid ointments are made in segregated units in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, and Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.

Medicated oral care

Therapeutic toothpastes are made in two Haridwar units. See our full cosmetics range.

Five units that make topicals

Pick a format to see which units make it and what approvals each one holds. That way you can plan a primary site and a backup that suits your market.

5 units across 3 locations make topicals.

Dermatology and Cosmetics Unit, Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Dermatology and Cosmetics Unit

Creams, ointments, gels, lotions, oils, shampoos, face wash, scrubs and toothpaste.

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Regulatory approvals (1)
  • Food Safety and Drug Administration, Uttarakhand
Multi-Dosage Unit, Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Multi-Dosage Unit

Ointments, creams, lotions, serums and medicated toothpaste, alongside oral liquids.

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Regulatory approvals (2)
  • Food Safety and Drug Administration, Uttarakhand
  • Ministry of Public Health and Population, Yemen
Hormonal Unit, Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Hormonal Unit

Hormonal ointments, alongside hormonal tablets, capsules, liquids and injectables.

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Regulatory approvals (10)
  • Food Safety and Drug Administration, Uttarakhand
  • Ministry of Health, Cambodia
  • Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority
  • National Agency of Drug and Food Control, Indonesia
  • Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Board, Malawi
  • Ministry of Health and Population, Nepal
  • NAFDAC, Nigeria
  • Food and Drug Administration, Philippines
  • Ministry of Health, Vietnam
  • Pharmacy and Medicines Regulatory Authority, Zambia
Anti-Bacterials and Steroids Unit, Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Roorkee, Uttarakhand

Anti-Bacterials and Steroids Unit

Steroid ointments in a segregated steroid unit.

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Regulatory approvals (7)
  • Food Safety and Drug Administration, Uttarakhand
  • Ministry of Health, Cambodia
  • Pharmacy and Poisons Board, Kenya
  • Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Board, Malawi
  • NAFDAC, Nigeria
  • Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority
  • National Drug Authority, Uganda
Oral Solids and Liquids Unit, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh
Baddi, Himachal Pradesh

Oral Solids and Liquids Unit

Steroid ointments in a dedicated steroid unit.

WHO-GMP

Your product isn't tied to one site

Multi-site capability protects your supply from a single-point failure, whether it's a capacity crunch, an audit or a disruption.

Three locations, two states

Units in Haridwar and Roorkee in Uttarakhand, and in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.

Ointments in every unit

All five units make ointments, and two make creams and lotions.

Approvals mapped to each unit

See up front which unit is cleared for your target market before you plan a second source.

One central stability centre

A dedicated stability facility supports products from every unit.

Map of Akums topical manufacturing units in Haridwar, Roorkee and Baddi

Topicals across therapeutic areas

Dermatological
Corticosteroids
Pain management
Analgesics
Hormones
Cosmetics
Herbal preparations
Geriatric care

And many more, backed by regulatory approvals across more than 60 countries.

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