Listerine, Tylenol Push J&J Consumer Health To 2020 Finish Line Against Pandemic Weight
Executive Summary
Listerine mouthwash drove J&J’s oral care sales up 11.4% in the fourth quarter. Tylenol for adults was the star of its OTC drug business but weakness of children’s Tylenol products and other OTCs led to flat sales.
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