Innovation | Opella

Innovate. Inspire.
Impact.

Self-care is a shared responsibility for Ourselves, our Communities and our Planet.

Together, we have the power to bring health in the hands of People by making self-care as simple as it should be.

We are on the lookout for Innovative Solutions that can make a real difference in Healthcare.

Got a solution? We want to hear from you!

Dr Josephine Fubara.

Chief Science Officer.

Empowering better self-care is a shared responsibility.

Challenges.

Biotechnology.

Next-Gen Natural Bioactive.

We are actively seeking new natural bioactives developed through green biotechnologies—such as micro-organism fermentation and plant cell culture—to address the dual challenges of climate change and the sustainable sourcing of safe, high-quality ingredients. These bioactives must be obtained without chemical transformation, ensuring a clean and eco-conscious production process.

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Microbiome.

Innovative Microbiome-based Solutions.

We are looking for new microbiome-based solutions, grounded in the latest advances in microbiome science, to power the next generation of biotic products—including probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics—targeting the following health spaces: digestive wellness, immunity, allergy prevention and relief, metabolic health, cardiovascular health, energy and vitality, brain and cognitive health, stress relief, joint health, women’s health, and skin health.

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Delivery Systems.

Premium & Innovative Formats.

We are seeking existing and scalable solutions for innovative oral dosage forms that incorporate at least one API from our current portfolio across the various categories served by Opella: Allergy Relief, Cough &Cold, Digestive Wellness (including constipation relief, gut health/microbiome, acid control), Liver Care, Pain Management (oral and topical), and Physical & Mental Wellness (e.g. sleep, cognitive health, cardiovascular support, joint & bone health, immunity, energy, etc.) Your solution should be relevant to OTC products, medical devices, and/or food supplements, offering clear added value and superiority over traditional market options.

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Healthtech.

Disruptive “Beyond-the-Pill” Solutions for Effective Pain Relief.

We are looking for innovative non-pharmaceutical solutions that provide clinically supported relief from a range of pain conditions, including: back pain, muscle and joint pain, headache and migraine, menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), osteoarthritis and other chronic inflammatory pain.

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Packaging Innovation.

Biodegradable packaging solutions.

We are looking for biodegradable packaging solutions (flexible, extruded, or injection stretch blow moulding (ISBM) bottles, formed fill and seal vials, tubes) to use for our consumer healthcare products. This challenge supports Opella's environmental commitments to circularity and plastic reduction, aligning with consumer expectations and our mission to preserve the planet.

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Healthtech.

Reliable & Actionable Diagnostics.

We are looking for easy to use, accessible, reliable & actionable diagnostic solutions that enhance early detection and condition awareness. Our focus is on delivering to our consumers user-friendly, reliable, easily accessible and actionable diagnostic solutions in the following areas: liver health – supporting condition awareness for NAFLD/MAFLD, allergy – aiding in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, gut health – including actionable microbiome analysis.

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Packaging Innovation.

Smart Packaging for Enhanced Consumer Experience.

We are seeking innovative smart packaging solutions that can create engaging, personalized experiences for consumers throughout the product lifecycle. Beyond enhancing supply chain traceability, we aim to leverage cutting-edge technologies to form connections between our products and the people who use them and develop "beyond the pill" experiences.

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Allergy relief.

Breakthrough Solutions for Allergy Prevention, Diagnosis And Self Treatment.

We are looking for breakthrough, clinically proven consumer healthcare solutions for the prevention, self-diagnosis, and treatment of allergic conditions. This includes innovative formats, drug delivery systems, APIs, devices, and consumer services/experiences.

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Digestive Wellness.

Breakthrough Solutions for Constipation Selfcare Empowerment.

We are looking for breakthrough consumer-focused solutions for empowering constipation sufferers to take better care of their digestive health. This could include innovative product formats, new ingredients (either drug or dietary supplements), or consumer services. Solutions that allow us to help address key barriers to treatment (fear of habituation, concerns about side effects, or belief that symptoms aren’t bad enough) are of high interest.

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Digestive Wellness.

Innovative Solutions for Dual-action Constipation Relief.

We are seeking innovation opportunities to develop dietary supplements or medical devices with dual action to extend our constipation product range. Specifically, we are looking for innovative solutions that can relieve constipation while also addressing associated symptoms such as gas and bloating. Strong scientific or clinical data demonstrating efficacy is essential, along with regulatory compliance in the U.S.

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Pain Care.

Breakthrough Solutions For The Treatment Of Abdominal Pain.

We are seeking groundbreaking approaches to revolutionize the treatment of gastrointestinal spasms, aiming for long-lasting effectiveness. This includes innovative formats, drug delivery systems, APIs, devices, and consumer services/experiences.

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Physical & mental wellness.

Next-Gen Magnesium Solution.

We are seeking an innovative, comprehensive product containing organic magnesium and Vitamin B6 to address symptoms of magnesium deficiency such as fatigue, irritability, and muscle cramps. The product must use an organic form of magnesium, be suitable for once-daily use, and offer added value through enhanced bioavailability, innovative delivery formats (beyond traditional tablets), clinically backed efficacy evidence, and a strong sustainability profile. It should be technically and commercially viable. Only organic magnesium salts will be considered; inorganic forms are to be avoided.

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Cough & Cold Relief.

Innovative Solutions for Cough and Associated Pain Relief.

We are seeking innovative solutions in the area of cough treatment that provide fast and long-lasting action, immediate relief, and faster recovery. Our goal is to create a comprehensive self-care solution that not only target cough relief but also support associated pain and throat irritation, ensuring effective and comfortable symptom management. We welcome solutions that transform cough treatment by offering superior relief and a holistic experience for consumers.

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Have an innovative consumer healthcare solution that doesn’t fit our listed challenges?
We’re eager to hear from you.

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Submission process.

1. Confirmation.

You will receive a confirmation receipt of your submission via email with your personal submission identification number from our agency partner, yet2.

2. Review.

An initial review will be conducted by yet2, on behalf of Opella, within approximately five working days. You will be informed of your submission status via email.

3. Verification.

If yet2's initial review is positive, your submission will be further reviewed by the Opella External Innovation team. You will be informed of the status within four weeks.

4. Contact.

If further review is positive, the yet2 team will be in touch with you to discuss next steps for a potential engagement with Opella External Innovation team. Additional information may be requested at this stage.

5. Collaboration.

Once all information has been reviewed and there is mutual consent to move forward, you and the Opella External Innovation team will initiate a collaboration.