Global Infantile Spasm Treatment Market, by Product Type (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone, Vigabatrin, and Phase III), by Route of Administration (Oral and Parenteral), and by Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) was valued at US$ 111.1 million in 2017 and is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 3.1% over the forecast period (2018 – 2026), as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insghts.
Strong product pipeline and launch of cost-effective generic versions of existing drugs by market players is expected to augment the market growth.
Key players in the market are focused on launching cost-effective generic drugs, in order to treat infantile spasm and address the critical unmet needs of patients. For instance, in May 2018, Amneal Pharmaceuticals launched vigabatrin for oral solution USP, which is a generic equivalent for Sabril. This is the second generic vigabatrin product available in the market. Aucta Pharmaceuticals and Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC launched vigabatrin for oral solution under the brand name Vigadrone in July 2018, which is another generic version of vigabatrin (Sabril). As of 2018, there were around 5 novel drug candidates in development. 60% of these drugs are in phase III of development, which are expected to enter the market in the near future, thereby offering effective treatment among the fastest growing markets in the world.