Segments - Opioid Use Disorder Market by Drug (Buprenorphine [Bunavail, Sublocade, Suboxone, Zubsolv, and Others], Methadone, and Naltrexone), Route of Administration (Oral and Parenteral), Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies, and Retail Pharmacies & Stores), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global opioid use disorder (OUD) market size was USD 3 Bn in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 8.2 Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 11.6% during 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to the increase in the opioid epidemic in the United States, as well as the implementation of government measures to combat the epidemic.
Opioids are chemicals that interact with opioid receptors on nerve cells in the body and brain to manage pain. They can be natural or synthetically produced in laboratories to replicate the qualities of natural opioids. Prescription pain relievers, synthetic opioids, and heroin all fall within this category.
Acute pain such as after an injury or surgery, chronic pain, active-phase cancer therapy, palliative care, and end-of-life care are all conditions for which prescription opioids are recommended. Many patients rely on prescription opioids to help them manage their symptoms while under the supervision of a doctor.
Opioids offer a lot of positive reinforcement, which makes it more likely that people will keep taking them despite the bad repercussions. Opioid use disorder is a chronic, life-long disease with devastating implications such as impairment, relapse, and death. In many ways, opioid use disorder is similar to other drug use disorders, but it has a few distinguishing characteristics.
Opioids can cause physical dependency in as little as four to eight weeks. Stopping opioid usage abruptly causes significant symptoms in chronic users, such as generalized pain, chills, cramps, diarrhea, dilated pupils, restlessness, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, and extreme cravings. Because these sensations are so intense, it is easy to feel compelled to keep using opioids to avoid withdrawal. Although there are effective therapies available, only around one out of every four patients with opioid use disorder receives specialized therapy.
Individuals with opioid use problems might benefit from medication-assisted treatment (MAT). It includes a combination of medicine, therapy, and behavioral therapy. Brain chemistry may have a role in both the cause and treatment of mental illness. As a result, drugs may be provided to aid in the modification of one's brain chemistry. Medications are also used to treat opioid cravings, and withdrawal symptoms, and to inhibit the euphoric effects of the drugs.
The global opioid use disorder market report has up-to-date insights that help in formulating a strategic roadmap about the estimated market scenario and performance during 2023 to 2031.
Increasing consumption of opioids, due to the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular, pain arising from injuries, and other conditions are expected to propel the market growth during the forecast period.
Increasing initiatives by government and private institutes for curbing the increased consumption of opioids are anticipated to fuel the market growth in the coming years.
Adverse side effects associated with the administration of drugs for the treatment of opioid addiction are projected to hamper the market growth during the forecast period.
Lack of awareness and limited product availability presents key challenges that can hinder market expansion during the period.
Increased R&D activities and upcoming product launches are projected to offer lucrative opportunities for the market players.
The global opioid use disorder market research report includes an assessment of the market trends, market segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Opioid Use Disorder Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2020–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Drug (Buprenorphine [Bunavail, Sublocade, Suboxone, Zubsolv, and Others], Methadone, and Naltrexone), Route of Administration (Oral and Parenteral), and Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies, and Retail Pharmacies & Stores) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Market Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Orexo AB; Indivior PLC; Alkermes.; Titan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC; Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.; MediciNova, Inc.; Camurus AB; Omeros Corporation; and Collegium Pharmaceutical. |
Based on drug, the opioid use disorder market is segmented into buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. The buprenorphine segment is further divided into bunavail, sublocade, suboxone, zubsolv, and others.
The buprenorphine segment is expected to account for a key share of the market during the forecast period owing to increasing usage of buprenorphine-containing products such as bunavail, sublocade, suboxone, and zubsolv. Suboxone is the most commonly prescribed medicine for opioid use disorder treatment, owing to its great effectiveness, few side effects, and advantageous formulary coverage.
The sublocade segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period. Buprenorphine and the Atrigel delivery system are combined in a pre-filled syringe in drug-device combination therapy. Sublocade overcomes the constraints of existing therapies by substituting an injection for daily oral drugs, making diversion and abuse more difficult while also enhancing the quality of life.
On the basis of route of administration, the market is divided into oral and parenteral. The parenteral segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the several types of OUD dosages in the parenteral form. These parenteral forms are intended for administration as an infusion or injection.
Based on distribution channel, the opioid use disorder market is segregated into hospital pharmacies, online pharmacies, and retail pharmacies & stores. The hospital pharmacies segment is expected to register a robust growth rate during the forecast period, owing to the increasing number of hospital pharmacies. The dependency of the patient population for the administration of the parenteral OUD drugs.
In terms of region, the global opioid use disorder market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period, due to the increasing number of product launches and product approval for OUD. The regional market growth can be attributed to the presence of the key player, favorable initiatives by governments, and a wide range of product offerings by key players. Several initiatives are being implemented by governments to combat the situation.
Asia Pacific is expected to exhibit a rapid growth rate in the coming years due to increased acceptance of new products and an increase in the prevalence of opioid use disorder. Furthermore, the growing patient population and increasing healthcare expenditure in this region are projected to drive the opioid use disorder market growth.
The global opioid use disorder market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the market are Orexo AB; Indivior PLC; Alkermes.; Titan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC; Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.; MediciNova, Inc.; Camurus AB; Omeros Corporation; and Collegium Pharmaceutical.
These companies adopted development strategies including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaboration, product launches, and production expansion to expand their consumer base worldwide.
Some of the key global opioid use disorder market players are Orexo AB; Indivior PLC; Alkermes.; Titan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC; Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.; MediciNova, Inc.; Camurus AB; Omeros Corporation; and Collegium Pharmaceutical.
For region analysis, North America dominates the global opioid use disorder market during the forecast period.
The global opioid use disorder market is estimated to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 11.6% during the forecast period.
The global opioid use disorder market size was valued at around USD 3 billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 8.2 billion by 2031.