Category: Over-the-Counter Drugs
South America Over-the-Counter Drugs
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Analgesics in Bolivia
... influenced by ongoing outbreaks of dengue and influenza, which have kept per capita consumption levels above pre-pandemic figures. Value sales growth is driven by constant inflation in prices resulting from a significant decline in foreign ... Read More
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Dermatologicals in Colombia
... addition, vaginal antifungals, along with nappy (diaper) rash treatments, is the only significant category predicted to post positive, if very marginal, retail volume growth at the end of the review period. Generics, especially in topical ... Read More
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Consumer Health in Bolivia
... inputs and finished products. This situation is expected to persist in the medium to long term, as it stems from structural issues exacerbated by government management, including excessive public spending on hydrocarbon subsidies and declining ... Read More
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Consumer Health in Colombia
... critical areas like health, labour and pensions. Despite a slowdown, the rate of inflation remains high and the country’s economic performance has been poor. According to official statistics, in Q1 2024, GDP growth was slow ... Read More
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Digestive Remedies in Bolivia
... - a situation resulting from inflation and heightened costs associated with the importation of finished medicines and supplies. Volume sales are positively impacted by the high levels of anxiety prevailing among the population, attributable to ... Read More
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Herbal/Traditional Products in Bolivia
... herbal remedies to address health issues, deeply rooted in their cultural practices. This traditional knowledge is supported by public policies aimed at formalising technical careers in ancestral medicine, as well as the dissemination of informative ... Read More
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Herbal/Traditional Products in Colombia
... divergence among certain categories), recorded in the review period. The success of herbal/traditional products is attracting new players. For example, Grupo Nutresa, an important company in packaged food, has been diversifying its portfolio to compete ... Read More
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Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies in Colombia
... cough, cold and allergy (hay fever) remedies and cough remedies are projected to see further strong declines, while antihistamines/allergy remedies (systemic), some decongestants, medicated confectionery and pharyngeal preparations are expected to enjoy positive growth, albeit ... Read More
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Sleep Aids in Colombia
... their fastest increases since 2020, when the onset of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis raised stress and anxiety levels and disrupted sleep patterns. Mental health issues like depression, stress and anxiety and economic difficulties, such as ... Read More
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Pharmaceuticals BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Industry Guide 2019-2028
... also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Key Highlights Brazil, Russian Federation, India and China (BRIC) are the emerging and fast growing countries ... Read More
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Digestive Remedies in Argentina
... been regulated by the former centre-left government. This measure resulted in a resurgence of inflation driving up prices. Consumer purchasing power has fallen significantly resulting in declining volume sales of most digestive remedies. The main ... Read More
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Analgesics in Chile
... use to alleviate vaccination-related symptoms. However, as the urgency of the pandemic subsided, so did the demand for these products. Euromonitor International's Analgesics in Chile report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ... Read More
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Sleep Aids in Chile
... the remarkable figures observed in 2021, when the category experienced double-digit growth due to the impact of confinement measures on the population. Euromonitor International's Sleep Aids in Chile report offers a comprehensive guide to the ... Read More
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Consumer Health in Argentina
... has one of the highest inflation rates in the world, forcing consumer health brands to increase prices. Household budgets remain under pressure as the cost of living escalates and austerity measures are imposed by the ... Read More
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Consumer Health in Chile
... for consumers amid the health crisis. This was combined with high liquidity from government aid and pension fund withdrawals, resulting in strong growth and high consumption levels. Since 2022, marked by inflation levels not seen ... Read More
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Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies in Argentina
... with many Argentinean households facing reduced purchasing power in the face of rising inflation. With consumers sticking to essential products, cough, cold and allergy remedies are considered less essential. The triple-digit current value category growth ... Read More
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Dermatologicals in Chile
... growth following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, there are factors contributing to the increased use of these products. Euromonitor International's Dermatologicals in Chile report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... Read More
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Herbal/Traditional Products in Argentina
... given to prevention and products supporting the immune system is causing a surge in demand for herbal remedies such as chia, garlic, gingko biloba, ginseng, and other herbal/traditional dietary supplements, such as herbal collagen. However, ... Read More
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Sleep Aids in Argentina
... pressure, many consumers reduced expenditure on non-essential products like sleep aids. Middle- and low-income groups are being hardest hit by the economic conditions. Nonetheless, consumers are dealing with higher levels of anxiety and stress, and ... Read More
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Dermatologicals in Argentina
... late 2023 and reduced public spending, whilst electricity, gas and fuel costs increased. These factors generated a strong decrease in the purchasing power of citizens. As a result, demand for non-essential products including dermatologicals is ... Read More
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Digestive Remedies in Chile
... are not dependent on weather variations or the seasonal outbreak of viruses that support sales of cough, cold and allergy (hay fever) remedies or analgesics. Euromonitor International's Digestive Remedies in Chile report offers a comprehensive ... Read More
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Herbal/Traditional Products in Chile
... cough, cold, and allergy (hay fever) remedies stands out with more dynamic results. The main growth driver is the consumption of homeopathic products as a complement to address symptoms of seasonal illnesses, especially considering that ... Read More
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Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies in Chile
... climate effect, a determining factor in demand for remedies that address respiratory issues and allergies because of the direct relationship between annual sales and seasonal performance. In this regard, 2023 was characterised by a rather ... Read More
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Analgesics in Argentina
... to increase prices to cover higher production and service costs in 2024. The cost of living escalated in Argentina forcing consumers to become more budget-conscious by seeking out bargains and spending less. This has primarily ... Read More
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Menstrual Care in Brazil
... Amidst the lingering effects of the pandemic and global geopolitical tensions, Brazilian consumers found themselves navigating a landscape marked by cautious spending and heightened awareness of product value. Euromonitor International's Menstrual Care in Brazil report ... Read More
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