WINNIPEG, MB, Sept. 23,
2024 /CNW/ - Waverley Pharma Inc. ("Waverley
Pharma" or the "Company") (TSXV: WAVE), a Canadian
pharmaceutical company, is pleased to announce that effective
September 18, 2024, it has entered
into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the membership
interests of C&R Pharmacy LLC ("C&R Pharmacy"), an
independent pharmacy located in West
Liberty, Ohio. The total consideration paid for C&R
Pharmacy was US$450,000, with up to
an additional US$60,000 to be paid
after one year, if certain performance metrics are met.
"Although Waverley Pharma's main focus continues to be drug
development, this transaction provides immediate revenue with the
possibility of future growth," said Larry Thiessen, Chief
Executive Officer of the Company. "We look forward to supporting
the C&R team as they continue to provide excellent customer
service to the local community.
Waverley Pharma intends to finance the acquisition of C&R
Pharmacy with current working capital on hand.
About Waverley Pharma
Waverley Pharma is a pharmaceutical company focused on the
development and commercialization of safe and effective
therapeutics. For more information on Waverley Pharma please visit
www.waverleypharma.com.
About C&R Pharmacy
C&R Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy located in
West Liberty, Ohio.
Established in 2003, C&R is committed to patient care by
providing speedy delivery and affordable prescriptions on name
brand and generic medications. As a caring and respectful pharmacy,
C&R focuses on customer service to improve the patient
healthcare experience.
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SOURCE Waverley Pharma Inc.