General Info

Alcon is one of the leading eye care companies worldwide. Founded in 1945, it specializes in the areas of surgical, pharmaceutical and consumer vision care. The company develops, manufactures and markets pharmaceuticals, surgical equipment and devices, contact lens care solutions and other vision care products for people suffering from eye-related diseases and disorders. Alcon employs more than 15,000 people who develop and distribute eye care products in over 180 countries. With offices located in nearly 75 countries, including Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and the United States, it manufactures eye drops and ocular dietary supplements. The company offers a variety of ophthalmic surgical products, including cataract and refractive surgery and intraocular lenses, as well as sutures, needles and knives. It provides products under the DuoVisc, ProVisc, INFINITI and AcrySof brands. The company offers a patient assistance program for low-income individuals.