What did Actavis do?

Actavis, Inc. was a global pharmaceutical business that was involved in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of its own brand named pharmaceuticals as well as the manufacture and distribution of generic pharmaceutical products, particularly a number of generic products from a company it had acquired, Watson Pharmaceuticals.

Is Actavis still a brand?

In June 2015, Actavis PLC changed its name to Allergan PLC to continue the operations associated with its brand products but announced that its generic products would continue under the Actavis label. The company is still known as Actavis, Inc. in Europe and Canada. In August 2016, Actavis Generics was acquired by Teva Pharmaceutical Company.

What is Actavis generics1?

Actavis Generics1 (formerly known as Watson Pharmaceuticals and Actavis PLC, prior to the acquisition of Allergan Inc) is a global pharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and commercializing branded pharmaceuticals, generic and over-the-counter medicines, and biologic products.

What is Actavis syrup?

Actavis is a term commonly used to refer to a syrupy mixture of Codeine and Promethazine that is supplied by Actavis Pharmaceuticals. This syrup is often mixed with soda and hard candies, colloquially known as "Lean", to create a palatable opiate-infused beverage that can be consumed recreationally for its calming and sedating effects