Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Treatment Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Drug Class, Route of Administration, Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, and Others), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 2025–2034
The global idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market size is expected to reach USD 7.81 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Treatment Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Drug Class, Route of Administration, Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, and Others), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market is significantly driven by changing lifestyle habits, such as rising smoking consumption and sedentary behavior, as well as increasing exposure to pollutants. These factors contribute to the rising incidence of lung diseases, including IPF, as poor air quality and unhealthy habits impact respiratory health. Additionally, the growing awareness of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and its risk factors encourages earlier diagnosis and treatment. As lifestyles continue to evolve, the demand for effective idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis therapies is expected to rise in the coming years.
The rising prevalence of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is driving the growth of the idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market. According to the National Institutes of Health, the prevalence of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis was 36 cases per 100,000 people in 2021. The growing awareness and improving diagnostic methods facilitate earlier disease identification, expanding the patient population seeking treatment. Consequently, the combination of increasing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis prevalence and advancements in diagnostics is significantly boosting demand for effective treatment options, positively impacting the market growth.
The growing number of geriatrics worldwide is expected to significantly drive the idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market during the forecast period, as older adults are particularly susceptible to the disease. In the European Union, over 21.3% of the population is aged 65 and older, highlighting the increasing demand for effective treatments. This demographic trend will likely lead to a substantial rise in the need for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis therapies.
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Treatment Market Report Highlights
- Based on route of administration, the oral segment is anticipated to register a significant CAGR in the global market during the forecast period. This growth is attributed to its several advantages, including ease of use and potential of outpatient management.
- By distribution channel, the hospital pharmacies segment accounted for the largest revenue share of the market in 2024 due to increasing hospitalization rates and the availability of specialized care for patients requiring advanced treatments.
- In 2024, North America accounted for the largest revenue share of the global idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market due to its advanced medical infrastructure
- The idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market in India is projected for significant growth during the forecast period due to the increased investments in its pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.
- A few global key market players are F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd; Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH; Bristol-Myers Squibb Company; Medicinova, Inc; Merck & Co., Inc.; Galapagos NV; Novartis AG; and Fibrogen, Inc.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment market report on the basis of drug class, route of administration, distribution channel, and region:
By Drug Class Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Pirfenidone
Nintedanib
Interferon Gammato1b
Others
By Route of Administration (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Oral
Injectable
Others
By Distribution Channel (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Hospital Pharmacies
Retail Pharmacies
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
North America
Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Netherlands
- Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Israel
- South Africa
- Rest of MEA