1905

Raia

Pharmacist João Batista Raia opens the first Raia pharmacy in Araraquara (SP).

1905
1931

Raia

Opening of Raia's second pharmacy, held in the city of Araçatuba (SP).

1931
1935
1935

Drogasil

Under the command of José Pires de Oliveira Dias, the Company arises from the merger of two groups of São Paulo State: Drogaria Bráulio and Drogaria Brasil.

1937

Drogasil and Farmasil

Expanded the chain through the incorporation of five additional pharmacies. Introduced the Farmasil trade name to differentiate branches with compounding laboratories, as required by regulation.

1937
1966
1966

Raia

Ten years after the founder’s death, Arturo Pipponzi consolidated control and management of Raia.

1973

Drogasil

The Company goes public, becoming the first pharmaceutical retail operation on the BM&FBovespa.

1977
1994
1994

Raia

A reengineering process was initiated, introducing a new store layout, IT processes, and people management practices, which culminated in a more efficient and modern chain.

2005

Raia

The Company turns 100, with 135 stores in four states and 6 million products sold per month.

2005
2007
2007

Drogasil

Completed a public offering and joined B3’s Novo Mercado, a segment that brings together companies with the highest standards of corporate governance.

2010
2010

Raia

Following its public offering, Raia joined B3’s Novo Mercado, along with Drogasil.

2011

Drogasil and Raia

Announced the merger of its operations, leading to the creation of RD Saúde, Brazil’s largest pharmacy chain by stores and revenue.

2011
2012
2012

Creation of Raia Drogasil S.A.’s corporate identity, unifying head office employees in Butantã, São Paulo. The incorporation of Raia S.A. established a single Company, paving the way for integration and synergy.

2013

The company was made up of 20 thousand employees.

2013
2015
2015

Launch of Univers, a healthcare management platform for corporate clients.

2019

Enhanced focus on omnichannel experience and pharmaceutical services, centered on health, well-being and customer convenience.

2017
2021
2021

The Company has established a presence across all Brazilian states, supported by a workforce of 50,000 employees.

2024
2024

RD Saúde: announcement of the new corporate brand, reinforcing its positioning as an integral health ecosystem.

2026

With more than 3,600 pharmacies and 75,000 employees, RD Saúde continues to expand its presence in Brazil, guided by its long-standing commitment to service and customer proximity.

2026