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Analgesics Market 2021-2026: Industry Growth, Size, Top Companies and Forecast Report

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Posted on September 8, 2021

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· Last updated: February 12, 2026

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Global Analgesics Market Forecast 2021-2026: Trends and Insights

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled “Analgesics Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026”, the global analgesics market size reached US$ 48.2 Billion in 2020. Analgesics are a type of drugs designed to relieve or control pain. Most of these drugs act on the body’s peripheral and central nervous systems to reduce or block sensitivity to pain. However, some of the analgesics work by preventing the formation of certain chemicals in the body that mediate pain. These painkillers are prescription-only medicines that are used strictly under doctor’s instruction and recommendation. They are used to treat moderate to severe pain including backache, neck pain, pre-menstrual and menstrual pain, and muscle pain.

We are regularly tracking the direct effect of COVID-19 on the market, along with the indirect influence of associated industries. These observations will be integrated into the report.

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Market Trends:

According to the estimates by the World Health Organization (WHO), the population aged 60 years and older will outnumber children younger than five years by 2020. Since many studies have suggested that chronic pain is more common amongst the aged population, the growing proportion of older people will act as a significant factor contributing to the sales of analgesics. Apart from this, healthcare companies are investing in R&D activities to advance the combination of existing compounds to develop novel analgesics with improved efficacy and lesser side effects. Moreover, the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) has launched a national education campaign to provide guidance to patients and create awareness about the safe use of OTC analgesics. This has led to a rise in the demand for these medicines, thereby providing positive thrust to the market in the region. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the global analgesics market to exhibit moderate growth during the next five years.

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Key Market Segmentation:

Competitive Landscape (Key Players):
 
  • Bayer AG
  • Novartis International AG
  • GlaxoSmithKline PLC
  • Pfizer Inc.
  • Johnson & Johnson Pvt. Ltd.
  • Reckitt Benckiser (RB) Group PLC
  • Endo Pharmaceuticals PLC
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Sanofi SA

Breakup by Type:

  • Prescription
  • Over the counter (OTC)

Based on the drug type, the market has been segregated into prescription and OTC analgesics. Prescription analgesics currently represent the most popular drug type across the globe.

 

 

Breakup by Drug Class:
 
  • Opioids
  • NSAID
  • Others

 


On the basis of the drug class, the market has been categorized as opioids, NSAIDs and others. Amongst these, opioids represent the leading segment, accounting for the majority of the total market share.

 

 
Breakup by Route of Administration:
 
  • Oral
  • Parenteral
  • Topical
  • Transdermal
  • Rectal

The market has also been segmented based on the route of administration into oral, parenteral, topical, transdermal and rectal. At present, oral drugs dominate the market, holding the largest share.

 

 

Breakup by Pain Type:
 
  • Musculoskeletal
  • Surgical and Trauma
  • Cancer
  • Neuropathic
  • Migraine
  • Obstetrical
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Pain due to Burns
  • Dental/Facial
  • Pediatric
  • Others

On the basis of the pain type, the report finds that musculoskeletal pain represents the leading segment. Other types of pain include surgical and trauma pain, cancer pain, neuropathic pain, migraine, obstetrical pain, fibromyalgia, pain due to burns, dental/facial pain and pediatric pain.

 

 

Breakup by Application:
 
  • Internal
  • External

Based on the application, the market has been classified into internal and external analgesics. Internal analgesics are the largest application segment and currently lead the global market.

 
Breakup by Region:
  • North America
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa

Region-wise, North America exhibits a clear dominance in the market. Other major regions include Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current size of the global analgesics market?
According to the latest report by IMARC Group, the global analgesics market size reached significant figures, indicating robust growth.
How has COVID-19 affected the analgesics market?
The report regularly tracks the direct effect of COVID-19 on the market, along with the indirect influence of associated industries.
What are the main types of analgesics in the market?
The market has been segregated into prescription and OTC analgesics, with prescription analgesics currently being the most popular drug type globally.
Which type of pain is most prevalent in the analgesics market?
Musculoskeletal pain represents the leading segment in the analgesics market, followed by surgical, trauma, cancer, neuropathic pain, and migraines.
What are the main routes of administration for analgesics?
The analgesics market is segmented based on the route of administration into oral, parenteral, topical, transdermal, and rectal, with oral drugs dominating the market.

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