Acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) are the skin and soft tissue infections that affect the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissues. The U.S. FDA defines ABSSSI as lesions with cellulitis/erysipelas, wound infections, and major cutaneous abscesses occurring in a minimum surface area of 75 cm2. Increasing number of ambulatory patients seeking treatment for skin and skin structure infections will further propel growth of the ABSSSI market. For instance, according to Decision Resource Group, in 2014, 11% of 2.7 million hospital admissions for ABSSSI were pediatric patients. The increasing pediatric patient pool is targeted by the manufacturers to enhance its product portfolio with pediatric specific products. For instance, in 2016, Allergan plc received US FDA approval for its supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for Teflaro, for ABSSSI indication in pediatric.
Market Dynamics
The major market driver for growth of North America and Europe Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI) market is increasing research and development activities by pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies to develop new products and novel treatment. For instance, in 2017, Cempra announced promising data from the phase 3 trial of Fusidic acid for the treatment of ABSSSI. In same year, Melinta Therapeutics received U.S. FDA for its product Baxdela, a delafloxacin based ABSSSI medicine, available in both intravenous and oral formulations. Moreover, in 2018, Fresenius Kabi received U.S. FDA approval for new drug application of daptomycin, a lipopeptide class of antibacterial drug, in injectable form for complicated skin and skin structure infections (cSSSI) caused by susceptible Gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactlae etc.
However, misuse of drugs causes antibiotic resistance which is a major factor hindering growth of the North America and Europe acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) market. For example, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data has shown that treatment indication, choice of agent, or duration of antibiotic therapy is incorrect in 30-50% of cases. Moreover, 30-60% of antibiotics prescribed in intensive care units (ICUs) have been found to be unnecessary, inappropriate, or suboptimal.
Key features of the study
- This report provides in-depth analysis of the North America and Europe acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) market, market size (USD Mn), and compound annual growth rate (CAGR (%)) for the forecast period: 2026-2033, considering 2025 as the base year
- It elucidates potential revenue opportunity across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market
- This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by leading players
- It profiles key players in the North America and Europe acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments, and strategies
- Key players covered as a part of this study are Merck & Co., Inc., Pfizer Inc., GlaxoSmithKline plc, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Melinta Therapeutics, Inc., Arrevus, Inc., AbbVie Inc., Aurobindo Pharma Ltd., Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC, and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
- Insights from this report would allow marketers and management authorities of companies to make informed decisions with respect to future product launches, governmental initiatives, technological up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
- The North America and Europe acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry, including investors, product manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers for North America and Europe acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) market, research and consulting firms, new entrants, and financial analysts.
North America and Europe Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI) Market Segmentation
- By Drug Type
- Oral & Parenteral Antibiotics
- Vancomycin
- Linezolid
- Clindamycin
- Ceftaroline
- Daptomycin
- Dalbavancin
- Tedizolid
- Others
- Topical Antibiotics
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Fusidic Acid
- Mupirocin
- Retapamulin
- Povidone-Iodine
- Oral & Parenteral Antibiotics
- By Infection Type
- Hospital Acquired ABSSSI
- Community Acquired ABSSSI
- By Route of Administration
- Oral
- Parenteral
- Topical
- By Distribution Channel
- Hospital Pharmacies
- Retail Pharmacies
- Online Pharmacies
- North America and Europe Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI) Market, By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- North America
- Key Players
- Merck & Co., Inc.
- Pfizer Inc.
- GlaxoSmithKline plc
- Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
- Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Melinta Therapeutics, Inc.
- Arrevus, Inc.
- AbbVie Inc.
- Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.
- Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
North America and Europe Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI) Market Segmentation
By Drug Type
- Oral & Parenteral Antibiotics
- Vancomycin
- Linezolid
- Clindamycin
- Ceftaroline
- Daptomycin
- Dalbavancin
- Tedizolid
- Others
- Topical Antibiotics
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Fusidic Acid
- Mupirocin
- Retapamulin
- Povidone-Iodine
- Oral & Parenteral Antibiotics
By Infection Type
- Hospital Acquired ABSSSI
- Community Acquired ABSSSI
By Route of Administration
- Oral
- Parenteral
- Topical
By Distribution Channel
- Hospital Pharmacies
- Retail Pharmacies
- Online Pharmacies
North America and Europe Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI) Market, By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- North America
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