Welcome to Zuvius Lifesciences

Back to where it all began

With a paltry initial capital, a 19-year-old lad started a medical distribution company in 1995 named Nimish Medical Services that catered to generic medicines covering the central suburbs of Mumbai.

Growing branch by branch

Slowly and steadily, Nimish Medical Services bloomed. It ventured into newer segments – Immunology, Cardiology, Gynecology, Neurology, Nephrology and finally – Oncology.

Monopoly is the game

By 2004, the firm earned monopoly in distributing high-end medicines of this niche segment.  By this time, the company added two more jewels, Mrs. Alka Chavan and Mr. Shailesh Shetty.

The bigger calling

Life was good and business flourishing. But the team felt the quiver of a bigger calling! They stepped up to set a pharmaceutical company of their own and that marked the birth of ‘Zuvius Life Sciences’.

To new beginnings

Zuvius was built on the foundation of ‘quality care for cancer patients’. We started with a single product and in less than a year, we sprawled across Pan India with a full-fledged team of 28 employees. With great growth came greater responsibilities.

Hitting rock bottom

Zuvius faced a huge crisis that led to crippling loss amounting to crores. A major delay in delivery led to hefty salaries and huge expenses. When stocks arrived, the sales fizzed. The dead stocks lied unsold at various points across the country. With heavy pay outs and zero inflows, Zuvius started to sink.

Falling further apart

We still remember the date, 30th March 2008. Our heart sank as we pulled the shutters down, thinking it was the end we never saw coming. But with a dim gleam of hope, the three of us gathered the grit for one last shot!

We called back all the dead stocks from different points and sent out post-dated cheques as refund. Our only hope at that point was to recover the money by selling off the stock.

Resurrecting from the ashes

Our credibility in the industry helped us in picking the pieces. Nimish handled the sales in West India and Alka took over the East. Sailesh stayed back to uphold the pillar once again.

It was a harrowing but fulfilling experience. Nimish and Alka allied with distributors from different zones and soon they had the cash flowing in. At the bottom of the abyss, they found a new beginning.

The hard work and integrity displayed by the team earned them respect and trust within the industry circle. Zuvius also tucked another feather in the cap with notable research scientist Dr. Ulhas Ganu becoming a part of the core team. In due time, Zuvius became the most respected brand of oncology medication in India.

Growing out and abound

Once, the company strengthened its foothold in the industry there was no looking back. They increased the product range, launched several new molecules for the first time, and continued rigorous research on cancer treatment.

By 2015, they had built a portfolio of 70+ anti-cancer drugs. And their dream of building global access to cancer care started to take form. Zuvius registered its products in many countries covering Africa, Latin America, CIS, and South-East Asia.

Today, Zuvius is actively invested in research and development of life-saving drugs against cancer. It is making new strides in supportive therapies and nutraceuticals that adds value to the quality of life. And above all, Zuvius is embracing its dream by spanning across borders reaching out to people in need.