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The Pharmaceuticals market in Papua New Guinea is experiencing a steady growth in recent years.
Customer preferences: The customers in Papua New Guinea prefer generic and affordable medicines over branded ones. The customers are price-sensitive and tend to opt for cheaper alternatives. The demand for over-the-counter (OTC) drugs is also high in the country.
Trends in the market: The pharmaceuticals market in Papua New Guinea is witnessing a shift towards the use of traditional medicine. The use of traditional medicine is deeply rooted in the country's culture and is gaining popularity due to its perceived effectiveness and affordability. The government is also promoting the use of traditional medicine in the country.
Local special circumstances: Papua New Guinea is a developing country with a low-income population. The healthcare infrastructure in the country is inadequate, and the majority of the population lives in rural areas with limited access to healthcare facilities. The country also faces challenges such as high rates of communicable diseases and limited resources to combat them.
Underlying macroeconomic factors: The pharmaceuticals market in Papua New Guinea is influenced by various macroeconomic factors such as population growth, increasing urbanization, and rising healthcare expenditure. The country's population is growing at a steady rate, which is leading to an increase in demand for healthcare services. The urbanization rate is also increasing, leading to a rise in the number of people with access to healthcare facilities. The government is also increasing its healthcare expenditure to improve the healthcare infrastructure in the country.
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.Mon - Fri, 9am - 6pm (EST)
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