UCB-Pharma SA
UCB-Pharma SA is a Originators company based in Bulle (Fribourg) recorded by Swissmedic as the authorisation holder for 24 human medicines. That places it 81 of 334 authorisation holders in Switzerland. Its portfolio is concentrated in Synthetika.
Key facts
| Sector | Originators |
|---|---|
| City | Bulle |
| Canton | Fribourg |
| Authorisation holder | Yes |
| Medicines | 24 |
| Founded | 1950 |
| Employees | 201-1000 |
| Parent group | UCB SA |
| Activity | Not available |
| Website | ucb.com |
Medicines authorised in Switzerland
UCB-Pharma SA is recorded by Swissmedic as the authorisation holder for 24 human medicines. The table shows 24 of them with product code and dispensing category.
Portfolio by product code
Portfolio by dispensing category
24 of 24 authorisations
| Name | Authorisation number | Dispensing category | ATC | First authorised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atarax | 21871 | B | N05BB01 | 1956-09-20 |
| Atarax | 27096 | B | N05BB01 | 1961-08-15 |
| Bimzelx 160 mg | 68548 | B | L04AC21 | 2022-10-27 |
| Bimzelx 160 mg | 68612 | B | L04AC21 | 2022-10-27 |
| Briviact 10 mg | 65831 | B | N03AX23 | 2016-10-06 |
| Briviact 10 mg/ml | 65832 | B | N03AX23 | 2016-10-06 |
| Briviact 50 mg/5 ml | 65830 | B | N03AX23 | 2016-10-06 |
| Cimzia | 60096 | B | L04AB05 | 2010-06-11 |
| Cimzia AutoClicks 200 mg | 66590 | B | L04AB05 | 2017-10-04 |
| Evenity 105 mg/1.17 ml | 67033 | B | M05BX06 | 2020-07-01 |
| Fintepla 2.2 mg/ml | 69371 | A | N03AX26 | 2025-02-13 |
| Keppra 100 mg/ml | 57489 | B | N03AX14 | 2006-04-24 |
| Keppra 250 mg | 55297 | B | N03AX14 | 2000-03-29 |
| Keppra 500 mg/5 ml | 57519 | B | N03AX14 | 2008-05-30 |
| Neupro 1 mg/24h | 57417 | B | N04BC09 | 2006-09-27 |
| Rystiggo 280 mg/2 ml | 69227 | A | L04AG16 | 2025-02-12 |
| Vimpat 10 mg/ml | 59003 | B | N03AX18 | 2009-08-28 |
| Vimpat 200 mg/ 20 ml | 59004 | B | N03AX18 | 2009-08-28 |
| Vimpat 50 mg | 59002 | B | N03AX18 | 2009-08-28 |
| Xyzal | 55754 | B | R06AE09 | 2001-09-26 |
| Xyzal | 56711 | B | R06AE09 | 2003-12-11 |
| Zilbrysq 16 | 69066 | A | L04AJ06 | 2024-08-30 |
| Zyrtec | 48143 | B/D | R06AE07 | 1989-07-28 |
| Zyrtec | 52700 | B/D | R06AE07 | 1994-09-06 |
Frequently asked questions
How many medicines does UCB-Pharma SA have authorised in Switzerland?
UCB-Pharma SA is recorded by Swissmedic as the authorisation holder for 24 human medicines (as of 1 September 2026). Different strengths under one authorisation number are not counted separately.
Where is UCB-Pharma SA based?
The Swiss location recorded for UCB-Pharma SA is Bulle, Fribourg.
Is UCB-Pharma SA a Swissmedic authorisation holder?
Yes. UCB-Pharma SA appears in the official Swissmedic list of authorised medicinal products as an authorisation holder. Under the Therapeutic Products Act (TPA) the holder is responsible for the quality, safety and product information of its medicines in Switzerland.