Drugmaker GSK to Split After Striking Pfizer Consumer Health Deal

Drugmaker GSK to Split After Striking Pfizer Consumer Health Deal
Signage for GlaxoSmithKline is seen on its offices in London, Britain, March 30, 2016. Reuters/Toby Melville/File Photo
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LONDON—GlaxoSmithKline plans to split into two businesses—one for prescription drugs and vaccines, the other for over-the-counter products—after forming a new joint venture with Pfizer’s consumer health division.

The revamp is the boldest move yet by GSK Chief Executive Emma Walmsley, who took over last year.