ABOUT US

Esco-Pharm was founded in 1999 as a non-sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing company. Initially operating under the name "ESCULAP," the company engaged in wholesale pharmaceutical distribution. As the company established its presence and consolidated its market position, the need arose to expand into a crucial new domain: manufacturing. In the early 2000s, faced with a scarcity of experience, industry information, specialized personnel, and logistical capabilities, the company regularly encountered various operational challenges. Despite an unfavorable climate for sectoral growth, the manufacturing division gradually bore its first fruits, largely due to the persistent efforts of the founder, Ashot Gasparyan. Recognizing that manufacturing and wholesale distribution are distinct business operations, and given the steady growth in production volume, the decision was made to acquire a dedicated property. The vision was to gradually equip this site into a pharmaceutical plant compliant with all current industry standards. Notably, the building of the current facility originally consisted of nothing more than bare perimeter walls. An immense task lay ahead, with complexities beyond what could initially be envisioned.

Although it was early to speak of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines at the time, the facility was proactively designed to meet those exact requirements. Overcoming all obstacles, the facility was progressively renovated and fitted in accordance with regulatory standards. Initially, the product range was limited to a few items. Over time, we assembled a highly professional team. Remarkably, several team members specialized in their fields and advanced to executive roles precisely during Esco-Pharm's growth journey.In 2018, the company successfully passed a quality audit and earned its first GMP certificate, providing further motivation to move forward and enter new markets. Today, Esco-Pharm holds multiple ISO certifications alongside national and EAEU GMP certificates. The company specializes in the production of liquid, semi-solid, and solid dosage forms, oils, dietary supplements, and cosmetic products. Esco-Pharm captured the Armenian market through its diverse product portfolio, with several products becoming indispensable staples in pharmacies due to their consistent high quality. The time matured to expand exports globally. Given the specific demands of foreign markets, establishing contract manufacturing capabilities was essential. In 2016, Esco-Pharm partnered with ATRAPAK, steadily expanding its export operations to the Russian Federation. Subsequently, the company expanded its footprint across CIS countries. Today, our company fully satisfies local market demand, holding the highest sales volume in units within the Republic of Armenia. Furthermore, we export to countries including Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, as well as Western markets such as Ukraine, Poland, Moldova, and USA. Our company continuously expands its global footprint and reaches new heights. Esco-Pharm currently manufactures over 120 individual product SKUs across various pharmaceutical dosage forms, utilizing state-of-the-art machinery and advanced automated production lines. We are proud to continue our mission and contribute to the development of this essential healthcare sector in Armenia.