Cough Suppressant Drugs Market
A cough is a most common symptom of various upper and lower respiratory tract infections. It affects a large proportion of the population leading them to seek medical attention. According to the data published by Journal of the Association of Physicians of India in 2016, cough was identified as the sixth most common reason for hospital outpatient department visits. Cough suppressants, also known as antitussives, are medications that help to suppress cough. Some of the examples of cough suppressants are Dextromethorphan, Codeine, Noscapine, Butamirate, Benzonatate, and Pholcodine. Dextromethorphan and Codeine are the most common and widely used cough suppressant in market.
Market Dynamics
Frequent launch of new cough suppressants in the market by key players is expected to drive the cough suppressant drugs market growth over the forecast period. For instance, in March 2018, Perrigo Company plc. received the FDA approval for the brand OTC equivalent of Mucinex DM Maximum Strength (Guaifenesin and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Extended-release Tablets, 1200 mg/60 mg). Mucinex DM Maximum Strength is indicated to control coughs and to break up mucus, making coughs more productive.
Various key players in the market are conducting research and are evaluating safety and efficacy of various drugs for the treatment of cough. Such initiatives taken by companies is expected to lead to the development of new cough suppressant drugs.
For instance, CSPC ZhongQi Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. is evaluating the efficacy and safety of benzonatate soft capsules for improving adult cough symptoms, wherein the study is currently (2018) under phase 3 clinical trial.
Moreover, high prevalence of cough is expected to increase the demand for cough suppressant drugs, thereby driving the market growth. For instance, according to the study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information in 2013, cough is a very common condition and around 12% of the people in Britain experience chronic cough, daily or weekly.
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