Zila, Inc., a diagnostic company, engages in the prevention, detection, and treatment of oral cancer and periodontal disease. It manufactures and markets ViziLite Plus with TBlue, its flagship product, for early detection of oral abnormalities that could lead to cancer. In addition, the company designs, manufactures, and markets a suite of proprietary products directly to dental professionals for periodontal disease, including the Rotadent Professional Powered Brush, the Pro-Select Platinum ultrasonic scaler, and a portfolio of oral pharmaceutical products for in-office and home-care use. Further, it had certain technology rights, and the United States and foreign patent rights related to the OraTest, an oral cancer diagnostic product. Zila, Inc. markets and sells its products in the United States and Canada through direct sales force, and internationally through third party distributors. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. As of September 18, 2009, Zila, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Tolmar, Inc.

Quantum was founded in 1981. Quantum, Inc. company distributes dozens of natural products to consumers and health food retailers in the US and Canada. Quantum's inventory includes vitamins, insect repellents, and skin care products. The firm also manufactures items designed for women's and men's health, age management, weight loss, and immune system health. In all, Quantum offers about 60 different products sold individually as well as in "value packs" of related products such as its outdoor kit which offers insect repellant, sun block, insect bite treatment, and anti-itch cream. The company also sells anti-aging, cold sore, and immune support kits.

Contract Pharmacal Corp. (CPC) is a full-service contract research organization serving pharmaceutical companies, retailers, and wholesalers worldwide. CPC manufactures dietary supplements, a variety of over-the-counter medications, and private label and generic prescription drugs. The company's prescription portfolio consists of mostly of prenatal and multi-vitamins, as well as urinary tract infection treatments. Production capabilities also include manufacturing tablets, gelatin capsules, softgels, and liquids that can be packaged in bottles, cans, blister pouches, and cartons. CPC (in business since 1971) is owned and operated by CEO Matt Wolf and the founding Wolf family.

Curis, Inc. company was founded in 2000 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Curis, Inc., a drug discovery and development company, focuses on the research and development of cancer therapeutics. The company, in collaboration with Genentech, is conducting a pivotal Phase II clinical trial on its lead molecule, GDC-0449 in advanced basal cell carcinoma patients, as well as various Phase II clinical trials in first-line metastatic colorectal cancer and in advanced ovarian cancer patients. It is also evaluating CUDC-101, a small molecule that is in a Phase I clinical testing and is designed to target histone deacetylase (HDAC), epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), and epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (Her2). In addition, Curis has a development candidate, CUDC-305, a Heat Shock Protein 90 (Hsp90) inhibitor.

Bluebonnet, which manufactures the majority of its products at its facility in Texas, was founded in 1991. Bluebonnet Nutrition Corp. makes and markets vitamins and other dietary supplements, including amino acids and herbs, under the Bluebonnet brand name. It provides its supplements in multiple forms, such as capsules, soft gels, powders, and liquids. Lead products include Super Earth Phytonutrient Soy Protein Powder and Multi-Action Whey of Life Protein Powder. The family-owned company sells its products in health and natural food stores throughout the US, as well as in Europe and Asia, to retailers that include Whole Foods Market.

Unicity distributes nutritional supplements and skin care products through a multilevel marketing network of some 350,000 independent contractors who sell direct to consumers. Unicity's products include Bios Life branded weight management products, and a variety of herbal remedies for allergies, anti-aging, diabetes, digestive problems, heart health, and stress reduction. Unicity was formed in 2001 when network marketing firms Rexall Showcase International and Enrich International merged. It operates offices in a dozen countries and sells its products in more than 20 countries.

Quest PharmaTech aims to shed some light on dermatology and cancer treatments. Working with Hypocrellin, a photosensitive compound isolated from pigments found in fungi on bamboo, the company has developed its SonoLight Technology. The compound is relatively harmless until activated by light or ultrasound, whereupon it begins to destroy tissue. The company's pipeline of drug candidates include treatments to facilitate laser hair removal, address acne, and improve prostate cancer therapies. The company has sold off several earlier products to focus on its current pipeline and continues to consider strategic alternatives to facilitate its growth.

Dendreon Corporation, formerly known as Activated Cell Therapy, Inc., was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Dendreon Corporation (Dendreon) is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of therapeutics that improve cancer treatment options for patients. Dendreon’s most advanced product candidate is Provenge (sipuleucel-T), an active cellular immunotherapy that has completed two Phase III trials for the treatment of asymptomatic, metastatic, androgen-independent prostate cancer.

ZARS Pharma, Inc. operates as a specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on developing and commercializing topically administered drugs using its proprietary drug delivery technologies, primarily in the area of pain management. It is developing a portfolio of proprietary products and product candidates based on its Controlled Heat-Assisted Drug Delivery and phase-changing cream technologies. The company’s products include Pliaglis, a topical anesthetic cream for dermal anesthesia prior to painful cosmetic procedures, such as laser surgery and dermal filler injections; and Synera, a topical patch for providing dermal analgesia for potentially painful superficial procedures, such as venous access procedures involving needles and immunization injections of children. Its products also comprise ThermoProfen, which is entering into Phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of mild to moderate chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee; and Ketoprofen DuraPeel, a Phase 1 clinical trial product for the treatment of acute musculoskeletal pain resulting from soft tissue injuries, such as muscle strains, ankle sprains, and sports injuries. In addition, the company is developing the Alprazolam Patch, which is in Phase 1 clinical trial, for the treatment of panic disorder. The company was formerly known as ZARS, Inc. and changed its name to ZARS Pharma, Inc. in July, 2007. The company was founded in 1996 and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as a commercial-stage biotechnology company with a primary focus in oncology market. The company focuses on acquiring and developing a broad and diverse pipeline of late-stage clinical and commercial products. Its marketed products include ZEVALIN, a form of cancer therapy called radioimmunotherapy for the treatment of non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma; and FUSILEV, which is indicated after high-dose methotrexate therapy in patients with osteosarcoma. The company also develops apaziquone for the treatment of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Its phase II products comprise Ozarelix, a drug being investigated for benign prostatic hypertrophy, a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate; and Ortataxel, a third-generation taxane. In addition, Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has exclusive worldwide rights to Renazorb, Renalan, and related compounds. The company was formerly known as NeoTherapeutics, Inc. and changed its name to Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in December 2002. Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 1987 and is based in Irvine, California.

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