Saudi Pharmaceutical Industries and Medical Appliances develops, manufactures, and markets medicinal products and pharmaceutical formulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the Middle East, Morocco, and Algeria. The company is also involved in the manufacturing of basic chemical substances and products; medicines for human use, including cosmetics; and wholesale and retail of medicines and related products. In addition, it develops, manufactures, and sells pharmaceutical products and medical appliances; operates and maintains healthcare facilities. Further, the company engages in the research and development of medical science. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Buraydah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.