Morristown, NJ - February 4, 2010 ― Further responding to the crisis in Haiti following two massive earthquakes, Actavis, Inc., has donated more than $700,000 worth of pain relievers, antibacterials and other medications to two medical relief organizations.

Most of the medications were manufactured at the company’s plant in Lincolnton, NC, where Human Resources Director Tom Miltier said the idea for a product donation originated with employees.

“Naturally, after the first earthquake, everyone was asking ‘How can we help?’ and of course there was talk about fund-raising. Then someone said that, since there is such a need for medical supplies, it just makes sense to send product,” said Miltier. “Plus, some employees said it helps drives home the feeling that they are making a difference.”

The products were donated to two non-profits, Americares and Operation Smile. Americares provides emergency medical assistance in the United States and abroad. Operation Smile, a worldwide children's medical charity, has a team of highly skilled medical volunteers in Haiti providing surgical care for earthquake victims.

CEO Doug Boothe said he immediately approved the donation request. “This is the kind of initiative and creative problem-solving by our employees that makes me so proud to lead this company,” he said. “If there is a way to help, our people will find it.”

Actavis previously donated $10,000 to the American Red Cross for Haiti relief, and Boothe also is encouraging employees to contribute to relief efforts, whether financially or by taking advantage of the company’s new program that gives a paid day off to use as an “Employee Volunteer Day.”