Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Drug Class (Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), Local Anaesthetics, Acetaminophen, Salicylates, Others), By Route of Administration (Oral, Topical, Others), By Dosage Form (Tablets/Capsules, Liquids,

Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Drug Class (Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), Local Anaesthetics, Acetaminophen, Salicylates, Others), By Route of Administration (Oral, Topical, Others), By Dosage Form (Tablets/Capsules, Liquids, Creams, Gels, Others), By Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa)


The global over the counter pain medication market has witnessed substantial growth over the past decade owing to rising incidence of health conditions such as arthritis, back pain, and other muscular skeletal disorders across the world. Easy availability of pain relief drugs without prescription coupled with growing preference for self-medication over doctor visits has boosted the market growth. Furthermore, aging population profile in developed nations which are more vulnerable to chronic pain has augmented demand. Various pharmaceutical companies are launching new products with improved efficacy and minimal side effects to tap the lucrative prospects.

Market Dynamics:

The global over the counter pain medication market is primarily driven by rising geriatric population base, increasing prevalence of lifestyle induced diseases, and growing instances of minor injuries and discomforts which do not require immediate medical intervention. However, stringent regulatory framework surrounding self-medication especially in developed countries poses challenge to smooth business operations. Moreover, availability of alternative traditional pain relief therapies also impedes the market growth to some extent. On the bright side, growing health awareness and e-commerce penetration in developing regions have opened new revenue streams. Ongoing research & development towards developing advanced drug delivery systems is creating novel opportunities in the market.

Key Features of the Study:
  • This report provides in-depth analysis of the global over-the-counter pain medication market, and provides market size (USD billion) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2024–2031), considering 2023 as the base year
  • It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
  • This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
  • It profiles key players in the global over-the-counter pain medication market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
  • Key companies covered as a part of this study include Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Bayer, GlaxoSmithKline, Taisho Pharmaceuticals, and Nestle
  • Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
  • The global over-the-counter pain medication market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
  • Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global over-the-counter pain medication market.
Detailed Segmentation
  • By Drug Class
  • Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
  • Local Anaesthetics
  • Acetaminophen
  • Salicylates
  • Others
  • By Route of Administration
  • Oral
  • Topical
  • Others
  • By Dosage Form
  • Tablets/Capsules
  • Liquids
  • Creams
  • Gels
  • Others
  • By Distribution Channel
  • Hospital Pharmacies
  • Retail Pharmacies
  • Online Pharmacies
  • By Region:
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • Africa
  • Company Profiles:
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Pfizer Inc.
  • Bayer AG
  • GlaxoSmithKline plc
  • Sanofi S.A.
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
  • Novartis AG
  • Perrigo Company plc
  • Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
  • Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
  • Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
  • Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
  • Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
  • Cipla Ltd.
  • Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
  • Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
  • Lupin Limited
  • Aurobindo Pharma Limited


1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snapshot, By Drug Class
Market Snapshot, By Route of Administration
Market Snapshot, By Dosage Form
Market Snapshot, By Distribution Channel
Market Snapshot, By Region
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
Opportunities
Impact Analysis
Market Trends
Key Developments
Regulatory Scenario
Acquisitions and Partnerships Scenario
Funding and Investments
PEST Analysis
Porter’s Analysis
4. Global Over The Counter Pain Medication Market- Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Overall Impact
Government Initiatives
COVID-19 Impact on the Market
5. Global Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Drug Class, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
Overview
Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Local Anaesthetics
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Acetaminophen
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Salicylates
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Others
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
6. Global Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Route of Administration, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
Overview
Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Oral
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Topical
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Others
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
7. Global Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Dosage Form, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
Overview
Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Tablets/Capsules
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Liquids
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Creams
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Gels
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Others
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
8. Global Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Distribution Channel, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
Overview
Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Hospital Pharmacies
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Retail Pharmacies
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
Online Pharmacies
Overview
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019–2031, (USD Bn)
9. Global Over The Counter Pain Medication Market, By Region, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020–2031
Regional Trends
North America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Drug Class, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route of Administration, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Dosage Form, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Drug Class, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route of Administration, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Dosage Form, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019 - 2031, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019 – 2031, (USD Bn)
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
Europe
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
South Africa
10. Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles
Johnson & Johnson
Company Highlights
Method Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Market Strategies
Pfizer Inc.
Bayer AG
GlaxoSmithKline plc
Sanofi S.A.
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
Novartis AG
Perrigo Company plc
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Cipla Ltd.
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Lupin Limited
Aurobindo Pharma Limited
11. Analyst Recommendations
Wheel of Fortune
Analyst View
Coherent Opportunity Map
12. References and Research Methodology
References
Research Methodology
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