PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1344278
PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1344278
According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, "Generic Drugs Market," The generic drugs market was valued at $385.3 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $835.7 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2023 to 2032.
Generic drugs is a medication similar to a branded drug, which has previously been approved for marketing in terms of dose form, potency, mode of administration, quality, performance characteristics, and intended purpose. The generic drugs are available at lower prices as compared to branded drugs.
The growth of the generic drugs market is driven by surge in prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. According to World Cancer Research Fund International (WCRF), there were an estimated 18.1 million cancer cases globally in 2020, of which 9.3 million cases were in men and 8.8 million in women. In addition, the affordable price of generic drugs and latest product approval and product launch contribute to the growth of the market. For instance, in February 2021, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, a research-led, global integrated pharmaceutical company, announced the launch of SUTIB, the generic version of Sunitinib oral capsules to treat kidney cancer in India.
Moreover, the rise in cost of branded medication, high demand for generic medicines, and rise in awareness about generic drugs contribute to the growth of the market. In addition, prominent players in the global generic drugs market have adopted various strategies such as product launches, acquisition, and investments in R&D for advancement in generic drugs to strengthen their position in the market and sustain the competitive environment.
Moreover, alarming increase in prevalence of diabetes, technological advancements in generic drugs, and rise in the geriatric population are some of the key factors driving the growth of the market. The geriatric population are more prone to chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. However, concern related to the consistency and stability of generic drugs hamper the market growth. Conversely, increase in awareness of generic drugs among the population is expected to provide lucrative opportunities for the growth of the market in the near future. In addition, extensive R&D activities in the field of generic drugs along with significant improvement in medical infrastructure is anticipated to open new avenues for the expansion of the market during the forecast period.
The generic drugs market is segmented into therapeutic application, route of administration, distribution channel, and region. On the basis of therapeutic application, the market is divided into cardiovascular, infectious diseases, cancer, diabetes, and others. Based on the route of administration, the market is classified into oral, injection and others.
Depending on distribution channel, it is classified into hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and online providers. Region-wise, the market is studied across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, and rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (Japan, China, Australia, India, South Korea, and rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Brazil, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and rest of LAMEA).
Major companies profiled in the report include: Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Aurobindo Pharma, Cipla, GlaxoSmithKline Plc, Hikma Pharmaceuticals, Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Sandoz International GmbH, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., and Viatris Inc.