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Laboratoire Riva

Family-owned maker of generic medications and over-the-counter health products based in Blainville.

  • Blainville
  • Beauty and wellness

About Laboratoire Riva

Laboratoire Riva is a family-owned pharmaceutical company based in Blainville. It makes generic medications as well as over-the-counter health products, found in pharmacies across Quebec and Canada. Its work keeps part of the country's medicine production rooted in Quebec.

Laboratoire Riva matters to anyone who fills prescriptions or picks up everyday remedies at the pharmacy. Many people use its products without knowing they come from the Laurentides region. Next time you shop for cold or allergy relief, ask your pharmacist whether a Quebec-made option is available.

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Based in
Blainville, Quebec
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A well-known name across Quebec
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Made in QuebecMade in Quebec

Questions people ask

Is Laboratoire Riva made in Quebec?

Yes. Laboratoire Riva started in Quebec and is based in Blainville. It is listed in our Made in Quebec directory.

What does Laboratoire Riva make?

Family-owned maker of generic medications and over-the-counter health products based in Blainville.

Where can I buy from Laboratoire Riva?

Start with its official website, labriva.com. Look in pharmacies, natural health stores and independent boutiques. Many smaller makers sell online and at craft markets.

Is Laboratoire Riva a big company or a small business?

Laboratoire Riva is a well-known name across Quebec.

What are some local brands similar to Laboratoire Riva?

Other local brands in Beauty and wellness include Duchesnay, Adrien Gagnon, Fruits & Passion, Dans un Jardin.

How did Laboratoire Riva get on this list?

Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Laboratoire Riva and want to update this page, contact us.

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