About Us

Swiss Pharmaceutical Excellence, Enriching the Quality of Lives

As a trusted healthcare company, Medinova is dedicated to providing high-quality solutions and products to healthcare professionals and patients that enrich the quality of lives. We enrich the quality of lives and women’s health by combining the tradition of care with modern science-based pharmaceutical solutions. Our purpose is to enrich the quality of lives. Through our Swiss expertise and science-based innovations, we are dedicated to providing high-quality pharmaceutical products and solutions that enhance the health of our patients.

Based in Switzerland and as part of the DKSH Group, our products are available in over 69 markets across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and the Middle East. We own more than 20 brands and over 730 product trademarks in various therapeutic fields, including women’s health and dermatology.

For more information, please visit www.medinova.ch.

About Hirudoid® and Hiruscar®  

Hirudoid® and Hiruscar® draw on Medinova’s esteemed legacy of medical innovation and expertise, offering trusted, science-driven skincare solutions. With a focus on efficacy, safety, and reliability, these brands deliver clinically proven products that address diverse skin concerns, empowering individuals to achieve healthy, resilient skin. Medinova’s rich heritage and commitment to scientific integrity position Hirudoid® and Hiruscar® as leading authorities in skincare, trusted by consumers and healthcare professionals alike.  

Hirudoid® was first introduced in 1965. Hirudoid® Cream is a trusted treatment for bruises, hematomas, inflammation, and swelling. 

Hiruscar®, launched in 2007, offers accessible over-the-counter solutions for post-wound care. Hiruscar® Silicone Pro focuses on medical-grade silicone technology for burns, surgical scars, keloids, and C-sections.