Anti-Rheumatic Drugs - Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic's Anti-Rheumatic Drugs market is anticipated to witness a significant increase in revenue, reaching US$13.61m in 2024.
This projection indicates a positive trend for the market in the country.
Furthermore, it is expected that the market will experience a steady annual growth rate of 1.68% from 2024 to 2029, resulting in a market volume of US$14.79m by the end of the forecast period.
While the Dominican Republic's market shows promising growth, it is important to note that in a global context, United States is expected to generate the highest revenue in this market.
In 2024, United States is projected to accumulate a substantial revenue of US$34.70bn, making it the leading contributor to the global market.
The demand for anti-rheumatic drugs in the Dominican Republic is rising rapidly due to the increasing prevalence of rheumatic diseases in the country.

Definition:
The market Anti-Rheumatic Drugs includes medication for the treatment of the inflammatory disease rheumatism. Due to the high prevalence of rheumatism and the large size of the market, this section of immune diseases is treated as a separate market. Both steroidal and non-steroidal anti-rheumatics are included. Disease-modifying rheumatic drugs (DMARDs), such as tumor necrosis factor inhibitors (a type of biologic DMARD), are particularly important in terms of commerciality.

Additional information:
Market values represent the revenues generated by manufacture prices paid to primary vendors, either directly or through distribution channels (excluding VAT). Reported market revenues include spending by consumers (B2C), companies (B2B), and governments (B2G).

Company examples: AbbVie, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Amgen, Roche

Drugs to treat rheumatism
Steroidal (corticosteroids) and non-steroidal anti-rheumatics
Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors

Drugs to treat other autoimmune diseases (such as multiple sclerosis or psoriasis)
Analgetics for general use (such as paracetamol)
Treatment of osteoarthritis

The demand for Anti-Rheumatic Drugs in Dominican Republic has been on the rise in recent years.

Customer preferences: Patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic diseases in Dominican Republic are increasingly seeking effective treatment options. The preference for Anti-Rheumatic Drugs has been driven by the need for pain relief, reduction of inflammation, and improved joint mobility.

Trends in the market: The Anti-Rheumatic Drugs market in Dominican Republic has witnessed a steady growth in recent years. This growth can be attributed to the increasing prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic diseases in the country. The market has also been driven by the launch of new and innovative drugs designed to improve patient outcomes.

Local special circumstances: Dominican Republic has a high prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, with an estimated 2-3% of the population suffering from these conditions. This has created a significant demand for Anti-Rheumatic Drugs in the country. However, the high cost of these drugs has limited access to treatment for many patients.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Dominican Republic has experienced steady economic growth in recent years, which has led to an increase in healthcare spending. This has allowed for greater investment in the healthcare sector, including the development and distribution of new drugs. However, the country still faces challenges in terms of healthcare infrastructure and access to care, particularly in rural areas.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2B, B2G, and B2C spend. Figures are based on drug revenues allocated to the country where the money is spent. Monetary values are given at manufacturer price level excluding VAT.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a top-down approach, based on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use financial information of the key players by market. Next, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as industry associations. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, forecasts are based on historical developments, current trends, and key market indicators, using advanced statistical methods. The main driver is healthcare expenditure. Expiring patents and new drugs in the pipeline are also considered.

Additional notes:

Data is modeled in US$ using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level. This market comprises prescription drugs and all OTC drugs covered in the Statista OTC Pharmaceuticals market. However, in the OTC Pharmaceuticals market, revenues are based on end-consumer prices.

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The global pharmaceutical industry has experienced significant growth during the past two decades, with revenues totaling around 1.6 trillion U.S. dollars in 2023. With growth like that, the industry's size is now comparable to the gross domestic products (GDPs) of countries like Spain, Mexico, or Australia.