By Henrique Santiago ( November 4, 2026, 20:37 GMT | Insight) -- The Superintendence of Brazil’s competition authority sanctioned Alchem International, Alkaloids of India, Alkaloids of Australia and Vital Laboratories, as well as three individuals, for participating in a cartel involving the production and sale of an ingredient used to manufacture Buscopan, whose effects were felt in the South American country. The fines totaled more than 17 million reais (over $3 million).A five-year probe resulted in the liability of pharma companies Alchem International, Alkaloids of India, Alkaloids of Australia and Vital Laboratories. Three individuals, Christopher Kenneth Joyce, Rajiv Bajaj and Stefan Bertram, were also held accountable....
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