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2024

Base Year

2018-2024

Historical Year

2025-2034

Forecast Year

Global Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs Market Outlook

The global over the counter drugs market size reached a value of USD 179.06 billion in 2024. The market is likely to grow at an annual rate of 6.9% in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a market value of USD 326.43 billion by 2034.

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Global Over the Counter Drugs (OTC) Market Overview

Over the counter (OTC) drugs can be sold directly to the patient without the need for any prescription. There are different categories of OTC drugs including nutritional drinks, healthcare products, healthcare devices, vitamins and supplements, immunity boosters, protein supplements, and several other products.

With an increasing burden of chronic diseases, there is a surge in the demand for the over-the-counter drugs. This has led to the increased production of such medications, attributing to over the counter (OTC) drugs market growth. In developing countries, people tend to adopt the concept of self-medication due to lack of proper resources and underdeveloped healthcare infrastructure. Such factors also influence the market growth significantly. To meet the increasing demand and popularity of OTC drugs, key market players and major pharmaceutical companies are also shifting their focus from prescription to over the counter drugs.

Rising Approvals to Boost Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs Market Share

In July 2023, the United States FDA approved the first ever over the counter oral contraceptive pill, that will be made available in both online as well as offline stores in early 2024. Opill, the progestin only pill is expected to minimize the scope of unwanted pregnancy by offering a prompt and effective alternative to the consumers. The rising initiatives to expand the accessibility of drugs for multiple indications is projected to boost the market value of OTC drugs in upcoming years.

Surge in Research Activities to Meet the Rising Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs Market Demand

In January 2024, Petros Pharmaceuticals announced that avanafil (Stendra), an oral phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitor formulated for treating erectile dysfunction, showed positive results in the phase 2 equivalent self-selection study (SSS) for over-the-counter (OTC) use.  The open label study was particularly designed to allow patients select a certain product present on the drug facts label (DFL). Around 78% of the consumers were able to self-select and use avanafil with the help of DFL. This demonstrates that rising prevalence for over the counter drugs to offer convenient and affordable solutions to the consumers.

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Global Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs Market Segmentations

Market Breakup by Product Type

  • Analgesics
  • Cold, Cough and Flu Products
  • Gastrointestinal Products
  • Ophthalmic Products
  • Dermatology Products
  • Others

Market Breakup by Dosage Form

  • Tablet and Capsules
  • Liquids
  • Creams and Ointments
  • Powders
  • Others

Market Breakup by Route of Administration

  • Oral
  • Injectable
  • Topicals
  • Others

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

  • Hospital Pharmacy
  • Online Pharmacy
  • Retail Pharmacy
  • Others

Market Breakup by Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa

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Global Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs Market Regional Analysis

Geographically, North America is anticipated to dominate the regional markets. The market growth can be attributed to the presence of strategic key players, rising incidence of product launches, and a preference for over-the-counter drugs. The market is also propelled by the increasing incidence of FDA approvals for critical medical conditions.

Europe is the fastest-growing region in the over-the-counter drugs market, owing to increasing research and development activities, and rising awareness of over-the-counter drugs amongst the general population. In addition, collaborations between public and private entities to bring economical, convenient, and advanced solutions to the consumers is expected to drive over the counter (OTC) drugs market growth in the region.

The rising infrastructure development, leading to launch of new drug stores and pharmacies are anticipated to enhance the Asia Pacific market share as well.

Global Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs Market: Competitor Landscape

In March 2023, Perrigo Company plc, a leading provider of consumer self-care products received the United States FDA approval for the combination of Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen tablets. Developed as the OTC version of Advil Dual Action Tablets 250 mg/125 mg, the drug can be found useful for treating multiple pain relief symptoms. The market has been witnessing a surge in approvals from the regulatory authorities which is expected to boost the over the counter (OTC) drugs market share in the forecast period.

The key features of the market report include patent analysis, grants analysis, clinical trials analysis, funding and investment analysis, partnerships, and collaborations analysis by the leading key players. The major companies in the market are as follows:

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • GlaxoSmithKline plc
  • Bayer AG
  • Sanofi S.A.
  • Pfizer Inc.
  • Novartis International AG
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group plc.
  • Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
  • Boehringer Ingelheim
  • Perrigo Company plc
  • Merck & Co., Inc.
  • Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
  • Procter & Gamble Co.
  • Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
  • Perrigo Company plc.
  • Taisho Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • Mylan N.V.
  • Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
  • Alvogen
  • Cipla Limited

Please note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2034
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Product Type
  • Dosage Form
  • Route of Administration
  • Distribution Channel
  • Region
Breakup by Product Type
  • Analgesics
  • Cold, Cough and Flu Products
  • Gastrointestinal Products
  • Ophthalmic Products
  • Dermatology Products
  • Others
Breakup by Dosage Form
  • Tablet and Capsules
  • Liquids
  • Creams and Ointments
  • Powders
  • Others
Breakup by Route of Administration
  • Oral
  • Injectable
  • Topicals
  • Others
Breakup by Distribution Channel
  • Hospital Pharmacy
  • Online Pharmacy
  • Retail Pharmacy
  • Others
Breakup by Region
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa
Market Dynamics
  • Market Drivers and Constraints
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter’s Five Forces Model 
  • Key Demand Indicators
  • Key Price Indicators
  • Industry Events, Initiatives, and Trends 
  • Value Chain Analysis
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Financial Analysis
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Mergers and Acquisitions
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • GlaxoSmithKline plc
  • Bayer AG
  • Sanofi S.A.
  • Pfizer Inc.
  • Novartis International AG
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group plc.
  • Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
  • Boehringer Ingelheim
  • Perrigo Company plc
  • Merck & Co., Inc.
  • Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
  • Procter & Gamble Co.
  • Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
  • Perrigo Company plc.
  • Taisho Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • Mylan N.V.
  • Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
  • Alvogen
  • Cipla Limited

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The market attained a value of about USD 179.06 billion in 2024 driven by the increasing incidence of drug approvals from prominent regulatory bodies across the globe.

The market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 and is likely to reach a market value of USD 326.43 billion by 2034.

The increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, viral and seasonal infections, rising number of clinical trials and research activities to bring affordable and accessible solutions to the consumers are driving the market demand.

Key market players launching new OTC drugs is one of the major market trends. In March 2023, Perrigo Company plc, received the United States FDA approval for their latest pain relief OTC drug. Developed as an alternative to Advil Dual Action Tablets 250 mg/125 mg, the combination of Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen tablets can be used as a potent alternative.

The major regions of the market include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa. North America is currently leading the global market.

Product types include analgesics, cold, cough, and flu products, gastrointestinal products, ophthalmic products, and dermatology products, among others.

Common dosage forms include tablets, capsules, liquids, creams, ointments, and powders among others.

Various routes of administration include oral, injectable, and topicals among others.

Based on distribution channels, segments are hospital pharmacy, online pharmacy, and retail pharmacy among others.

Key players involved in the market are Johnson & Johnson, GlaxoSmithKline plc, Bayer AG, Sanofi S.A., Pfizer Inc., Novartis International AG, Reckitt Benckiser Group plc., Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Boehringer Ingelheim., Perrigo Company plc, Merck & Co., Inc., Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Procter & Gamble Co., Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc., Perrigo Company plc., Taisho Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd., Mylan N.V., Church & Dwight Co., Inc., Alvogen, and Cipla Limited.

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