Sandoz is a pharmaceutical company specializing in the development, supply, and marketing of a wide range of medical products, including pharmaceuticals, prescription drugs, biosimilars, generic antibiotics, dermatology and transplantation products. They are known for their expertise in generic cardiovascular therapeutics, central nervous system therapeutics, pain relievers, eye care products, oncology, respiratory and hormone therapeutics, and off-patent medicines. Sandoz is also a leading provider of patent-free medicines in Germany through its subsidiary, Hexal.