GSK
Organizations & Companies abbreviation · Company and Brand
| Stands for | GlaxoSmithKline |
|---|---|
| Categories | Organizations & Companies |
GSK stands for GlaxoSmithKline, a company and brand abbreviation.
British pharmaceutical company making vaccines, HIV medicines and specialty drugs. Headquartered in London; its official name is GSK plc.
Example: GSK's shingles vaccine Shingrix is one of its best-selling products.
Usage notes
Formed in 2000 by the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham. In 2022 it spun off its consumer health business, including Sensodyne and Advil, as Haleon, and changed its name to GSK plc. Its roots go back to the 1700s through predecessor firms.
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