| Product Code: ETC7550003 | 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 |
India`s import shipments of over-the-counter analgesics saw a significant increase in concentration in 2024, with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market dominance by top exporting countries like the USA, India, Switzerland, UK, and China. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at 3.38%, showing steady expansion. Notably, the growth rate spiked to an impressive 34.61% in 2024, reflecting a surge in demand for OTC analgesics in the Indian market.

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 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type of Drug, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing prevalence of lifestyle-related health issues leading to higher demand for OTC analgesics. |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about self-medication and convenience of OTC analgesics. |
4.2.3 Expansion of distribution channels and availability of OTC analgesics in rural areas. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulatory requirements for OTC analgesics. |
4.3.2 Rising concerns regarding the misuse and abuse of OTC analgesics. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative therapies and natural remedies. |
5 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Trends |
6 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market, By Types |
6.1 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market, By Type of Drug |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Type of Drug, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Acetaminophen, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Salicylates, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Analgesics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospital Pharmacies, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Pharmacies, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Pharmacies, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Distribution Channels, 2021- 2031F |
7 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches and innovations in the OTC analgesics market. |
8.2 Consumer satisfaction and loyalty towards OTC analgesic brands. |
8.3 Rate of adoption of OTC analgesics in different age demographics. |
8.4 Frequency of OTC analgesics usage among consumers. |
8.5 Number of OTC analgesic-related adverse events reported. |
9 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type of Drug, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Over-The-Counter (OTC) Analgesics Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |