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The Centaur Company

Pharmacy company, founded in 18711

The Centaur Company, founded in 1871, owned and marketed proprietary medicines, notably, the stimulant laxative Fletcher's Castoria and the ointment Centaur Liniment. The company is historically significant in that it was a driving force during the early development of mass marketing and advertising.2 It was founded by Charles Henry Fletcher.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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  • Industrypharmacy1

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The Centaur Company, founded in 1871, owned and marketed proprietary medicines, notably, the stimulant laxative Fletcher's Castoria and the ointment Centaur Liniment. The company is historically significant in that it was a driving force during the early development of mass marketing and advertising.2

The story

Founded by Charles Henry Fletcher in 1871.1

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Timeline

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