| Product Code: ETC7074146 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Despite the declining CAGR and negative growth rate in 2024, the import shipments of over-the-counter medications to El Salvador continued to be dominated by top exporting countries like India, Guatemala, USA, China, and Italy. The high concentration of the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a competitive market landscape. It will be important for stakeholders to closely monitor market trends and adapt strategies to navigate the challenging dynamics in the OTC medication import market in El Salvador.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Overview |
3.1 El Salvador Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Dosage Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing healthcare awareness and self-medication trends among the population in El Salvador |
4.2.2 Rising prevalence of minor health issues and common ailments driving the demand for OTC medications |
4.2.3 Availability of a wide range of OTC medications in pharmacies and retail stores |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and restrictions on certain OTC medications in El Salvador |
4.3.2 Limited disposable income among a portion of the population affecting purchasing power for OTC medications |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative healthcare options such as traditional medicine and home remedies |
5 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Trends |
6 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market, By Types |
6.1 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Cough, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Cold, and Flu Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Analgesics, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Dermatology Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Gastrointestinal Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Vitamins, Mineral, and Supplements (VMS), 2021- 2031F |
6.1.9 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Ophthalmic Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.10 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Ophthalmic Products, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market, By Dosage Form |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Tablets, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Hard Capsules, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Powders, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Ointments, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Soft Capsules, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquids, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market, By Category |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Branded, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Generic Drugs, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospital Pharmacies, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Pharmacies, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Pharmacy, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Distribution Channels, 2021- 2031F |
7 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of pharmacies and retail outlets stocking OTC medications |
8.2 Frequency of advertisements and promotions for OTC medications in El Salvador |
8.3 Consumer satisfaction and loyalty towards OTC medication brands |
8.4 Percentage of population using OTC medications for self-treatment |
8.5 Average number of OTC medications purchased per consumer per month |
9 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Opportunity Assessment, By Dosage Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Opportunity Assessment, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 El Salvador Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |