Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about our services, products, compliance and how we work with partners.
General
What does Zanax Healthcare do?
Zanax Healthcare is an integrated pharmaceutical and nutraceutical solutions company offering trading, turnkey projects, R&D, contract manufacturing, regulatory services and strategic advisory.
Where are you located?
Our head office is in Thane, Maharashtra, with business and R&D liaison offices in Mumbai and Hyderabad.
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes. We sign mutual non disclosure agreements before any detailed technical or commercial discussion.
Do you work with small companies and startups?
Yes. We work with businesses of every size, from first time brand owners to large distributors and manufacturers.
How do I start working with you?
Send an enquiry with your requirement. We will schedule a discovery call, understand your goals and share a tailored proposal.
Global Pharma Trading
Which markets do you export to?
We support shipments to Africa, Southeast Asia, CIS, Latin America and the Middle East, along with selected regulated markets depending on the product registration status.
Can you supply products under our own brand?
Yes. We arrange private label and loan licence supply using your artwork, packaging specifications and registration requirements.
What documents come with each shipment?
Typical documents include COA, COPP, free sale certificate, GMP certificate, packing list, commercial invoice and certificate of origin, based on what the destination country requires.
What is the minimum order for export supply?
Minimum quantities depend on the product and pack size. We quote economical batch sizes for first orders and scale up as registrations and demand grow.
Do you arrange pre-shipment inspection?
Yes. We coordinate pre-shipment inspection by the buyer's nominated agency or an independent inspector, along with sampling and certificate of conformity where required.
Turnkey Pharma Projects
How long does a turnkey project take?
A typical oral solid dosage facility takes 12 to 24 months from design freeze to commercial production, depending on scale, approvals and site readiness.
Do you handle equipment procurement?
Yes. We prepare URS documents, evaluate vendors, attend factory acceptance tests and manage installation and site acceptance.
Can you upgrade an existing facility?
Absolutely. We carry out gap assessments and plan upgrades that bring existing plants up to current GMP expectations with minimal production downtime.
Which dosage form plants can you design?
We plan facilities for oral solids, oral liquids, topicals, injectables and nutraceutical formats, including multi product plants with segregated blocks.
Do you help with licence approvals for a new plant?
Yes. We prepare layouts, documents and applications for manufacturing licences and support the site through inspections by the licensing authority.
R&D and Product Development
Who owns the formulation IP?
For fully funded development projects, the formulation and associated data are transferred to the client as agreed in the development contract.
Can you develop nutraceutical products too?
Yes. We develop tablets, capsules, powders, gummies, effervescent formats and liquids for nutraceutical and wellness brands.
Do you support stability studies for export markets?
Yes. We plan stability protocols for the ICH climatic zones relevant to your target markets, including Zone IVb.
How long does formulation development take?
Timelines vary by complexity. A simple generic formulation can take a few months to reach scale up, while modified release or novel formats take longer due to additional optimisation and stability work.
Can you reverse engineer a reference product?
Yes. We characterise the reference product and develop an equivalent formulation, supported by comparative dissolution and analytical data.
Product Manufacturing
What is your minimum order quantity?
MOQs depend on the dosage form and pack. We work with both startup brands and large distributors and will suggest the most economical batch size.
How long does a first order take?
First orders typically take 30 to 45 days after artwork and sample approval, depending on material availability and batch size.
Can we audit the manufacturing site?
Yes. Client audits are welcome and we coordinate site visits and quality agreements before commercial production begins.
Do you provide artwork and packaging design?
Yes. Our team can design or adapt artwork, cartons, labels and leaflets to meet regulatory requirements in your target market.
Can you manufacture for export markets?
Yes. We manufacture to country specific requirements, including labelling language, pack formats and stability conditions for hot and humid climates.
Licensing, Dossier and Accreditation
What is the difference between CTD and ACTD?
CTD is the ICH format used by most regulated markets, while ACTD is the ASEAN variant with its own structure for quality, safety and efficacy sections. We prepare both.
Do you support WHO-GMP certification?
Yes. We carry out gap assessments, prepare documentation and SOPs, train teams and support the site during inspection.
Can you manage renewals and variations?
Yes. We handle post approval variations, renewals and periodic updates so your registrations remain valid.
How long does it take to prepare a CTD dossier?
If all data is available, a dossier can usually be compiled in a few weeks. Where stability, validation or bioequivalence data is missing, the timeline depends on generating that data.
Do you support registrations outside India?
Yes. We prepare dossiers for many emerging and regulated markets and support your local licence holder through submission and query responses.
Strategy, M&A and Restructuring
Do you work with investors or only operating companies?
Both. We advise promoters, private equity funds, family offices and strategic buyers evaluating opportunities in pharma and nutraceuticals.
Can you help us find a manufacturing partner or acquisition target?
Yes. We screen, shortlist and approach suitable partners and targets based on your criteria, while keeping your identity confidential.
How are advisory engagements structured?
Engagements can be retainer based, project based or success fee linked, depending on the scope and nature of the mandate.
Do you provide business valuations?
We provide valuation inputs and industry benchmarks as part of deal support and work alongside registered valuers and financial advisors where formal valuations are required.
Can you help a struggling pharma unit turn around?
Yes. We assess operations, portfolio, compliance and costs, then build and support a practical turnaround plan with measurable milestones.
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