Every decision made and every action taken in our varied roles at Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is based on strong business ethics, a high degree of integrity and a deep regard for sound scientific practice and advancement.  Whether in research, development, manufacturing, marketing or support activities, we respect and honor the highest ethical standards.  We take seriously the enormous personal and professional responsibilities we bear in our activities to help patients live healthier lives. Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its subsidiaries strive to adhere to all applicable United States laws, as well as those governing other nations wherein the Company operates.  Our company complies with pharmaceutical industry regulations as dictated by the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, the Prescription Drug Marketing Act (PDMA) as well as other regulatory policies and guidelines issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  We adhere to Good Laboratory, Clinical and Manufacturing Practices and accept the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) guidelines on interactions with health care professionals.  We are respectful of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) provisions and their application to colleagues and customers, and fully embrace the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General Guidance to Pharmaceutical Manufacturers as it relates to establishment and maintenance of an effective corporate compliance program.   We believe that the integrity and credibility of our organization depends on our ability to foster a compliant and ethical business environment, and adhere to the spirit and intent of the rules and guidance provided to us as an industry.  Our accomplishments must be attributable to superior skill, effort and strategy, while also being achieved in a compliant and ethical business manner.  Solvay Pharmaceuticals maintains corporate policies and procedures on standards of business conduct including but not limited to, regulatory, legal and ethical practices, safety, employment, confidentiality and conflicts of interest.  Employees are expected to abide by these policies in both spirit as well as principle. While our Code of Ethics provides a sound basis for making decisions, we understand that every situation cannot be anticipated, and that occasions may arise where the proper course of action may not always be clear.  For situations where employees have concerns about known or suspected violations of law, company policy, regulatory requirement or other misconduct, the company offers multiple reporting options including direct line management, Human Resources consultants, our Compliance Officer and Legal Department as well as a 24-hour/seven-day-per-week hotline which offers anonymity and feedback to those making reports.  The company 's policies assure non-retaliation for all reports made in good faith.