China Nepstar Chain Drugstore Ltd. (NYSE: NPD ) is China 's largest retail drugstore chain based on the number of directly operated stores. As of December 31, 2010, the Company had 2,547 stores across 74 cities, one headquarter distribution center and 14 regional distribution centers in China. Nepstar uses directly operated stores, centralized procurement and a network of distribution centers to provide its customers with high-quality, professional and convenient pharmacy services and a wide variety of other merchandise, including OTC drugs, nutritional supplements, herbal products, personal care products, family care products, and convenience products including consumables.