PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1948162
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1948162
Constipation treatment refers to the range of medical, dietary and behavioral interventions used to relieve infrequent, difficult, or incomplete bowel movements. Treatments may include laxatives, stool softeners, fiber supplements, prokinetic agents, or osmotic solutions, as well as lifestyle modifications such as increased water intake, physical activity and dietary fiber consumption. The primary purpose of constipation treatment is to restore normal bowel function, improve digestive health and alleviate discomfort associated with hard or infrequent stools.
The global constipation treatment market reached a value of nearly $11,724.44 million in 2024, having grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.06% since 2019. The market is expected to grow from $11,724.44 million in 2024 to $17,313.37 million in 2029 at a rate of 8.11%. The market is then expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.59% from 2029 and reach $24,964.49 million in 2034.
Changing Dietary Patterns
During the historic period, the constipation treatment market was mainly driven by changing dietary patterns. The increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods, coupled with a decline in fiber intake and irregular eating habits, has significantly affected gastrointestinal health, leading to a higher prevalence of constipation worldwide. These dietary shifts have disrupted gut motility and microbiota balance, increasing the need for therapeutic interventions. Moreover, as populations transitioned from traditional diets rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables to Westernized diets dominated by convenience and processed foods, the incidence of chronic constipation rose substantially. For instance, in June 2025, according to National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS) conducted by Office for Health Improvement & Disparities, a government unit within the Department of Health and Social Care in England, from 2019 to 2023, most participants did not meet the UK government recommendation to eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables each day. In addition to this, most people do not meet the UK government fibre recommendations (at least 30g per day for adults and 15 to 25g per day for children depending on their age). For younger children, 78% of those aged 18 months to 3 years and 86% of those aged 4 to 10 years did not meet the recommendation for their age group. For children aged 11 to 18 years and for adults, 96% did not meet the fibre recommendation. Therefore, the constipation treatment market was mainly driven by changing dietary patterns.
Expansion Of Targeted Therapies To Address Opioid-Induced Constipation (OIC)
Major players in the constipation treatment market are increasingly seeking regulatory approval and market access for novel therapies addressing opioid-induced constipation (OIC), a condition often overlooked despite its high prevalence. These efforts focus on enhancing patient quality of life (QOL) and filling gaps where standard treatments such as laxatives may be inadequate. For instance, in May 2025, Shionogi & Co., Ltd., a Japan-based global pharmaceutical firm, announced that a New Drug Application (NDA) for Naldemedine, a treatment for OIC, had been accepted in China. This application is intended to contribute to better constipation care by providing a dedicated pharmacologic option in a market where treatment was largely symptomatic and supportive. By advancing naldemedine into the Chinese regulatory pathway, Shionogi aims to advance its gastrointestinal portfolio and capitalise on the growing demand for targeted OIC therapies in Asia.
The global constipation treatment markets is fragmented, with large number of small players operating in the market. The top 10 competitors in the market made up 21.10% of the total market in 2024.
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The report covers market characteristics; size and growth; segmentation; regional and country breakdowns; competitive landscape; market shares; trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's history and forecasts market growth by geography. It places the market within the context of the wider constipation treatment market; and compares it with other markets.