Otsuka

Here’s a brief summary of what Otsuka is and how the company relates to mental health, based on the Who We Are and related information from their U.S. website:

Otsuka is a global healthcare company focused on creating new products that improve health worldwide, driven by perseverance, innovation, and a commitment to meeting unmet medical needs. In the United States, Otsuka operates through affiliates such as Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. and Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc., and has a long history of research and development aimed at advancing patient care across therapeutic areas.

Mental health and the brain are central to Otsuka’s identity: the company places a major emphasis on neuroscience and developing treatments for central nervous system (CNS) conditions such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental illnesses. Otsuka not only works on medications and therapeutic innovations but also supports advocacy, education, and partnerships to improve access to care and address stigma around mental illness. This includes programs and collaborations aimed at mental health equity and supporting caregivers and communities affected by mental health conditions.