Few people have time to run to the doctor with every minor sniffle or twinge. That is why the first port of call for people looking for relief from mild symptoms is the pharmacist. Thanks to companies like Hänseler AG in Switzerland, pharmacies stock a wide range of effective treatments for many common ailments. The pharmaceutical specialist has built a successful business on three main areas of activity: the trade and processing of raw materials, the manufacture and sales of OTC drugs, and contract production and packaging.