Global Strep Throat Treatment Market is estimated to be valued at USD 2.08 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 2.85 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 2.08 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
4.60%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 2.85 Bn
Figure. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market Share (%), By Region 2025
Strep throat is a bacterial infection caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) that results in an inflammation and soreness of the throat and tonsils. It is a very common infectious disease, especially among children aged 5-15 years. According to recent estimates provided by La Jolla Institute for Immunology, a research institute in 2022, strep throat affects over 600 million people globally each year. If left untreated, it can lead to various other severe health complications like rheumatic fever and kidney disease. The current market for strep throat treatment relies on antibiotic medications like penicillin and amoxicillin to clear the bacterial infection. However, increasing antibiotic resistance is posing a major challenge. As a result, pharmaceutical companies are focusing on developing new drugs and treatment options to effectively manage strep throat infections.
Market Dynamics:
Global strep throat treatment market growth is driven by rising prevalence of Strep throat infections worldwide. It is estimated that over 18 million cases of Strep throat occur in the U.S. alone each year. The market growth is also boosted by growing health awareness and easy availability of over-the-counter treatment drugs. However, the market potential can be restricted due to the self-limiting nature of most strep throat infections. Developing alternative treatment approaches also involves long development cycles and high investment costs which hinders innovative research activities. Moreover, market saturation of generic antibiotic drugs further limits robust revenue generation opportunities. Nevertheless, the market is presented with opportunities to address the unmet needs through novel drug delivery technologies and vaccines against Strep throat.
Health awareness among the general populace has increased, with more people seeking prompt medical advice and treatment for symptomatic relief and to prevent complications such as rheumatic fever. This awareness is bolstered by greater access to healthcare services and information resources that encourage timely treatment of Strep throat. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications serve as an initial resort for symptom management, driving the OTC segment of the market. The easy availability of these drugs contributes to the overall market growth, providing patients with immediate access to relief from sore throat symptoms associated with Strep infections. However, the inherent self-limiting nature of most Strep throat infections, where symptoms resolve without treatment, can impede market growth potential as individuals may opt for home remedies or choose not to pursue pharmaceutical interventions. Developing new and improved treatments for Strep throat can be a costly and time-intensive endeavor, often marked by long development cycles. High investment costs can act as a deterrent for innovative research and drug development. Yet, opportunities within the market lie in the advancement of drug delivery mechanisms and the development of vaccines against the causative bacteria, Group A Streptococcus. Novel drug formulations and delivery technologies can enhance treatment efficacy and user experience, while vaccines could significantly reduce the incidence of infections. The market is also ready for the introduction of rapid diagnostic tools, which could facilitate early and accurate detection of Strep throat infections, allowing for appropriate treatment interventions and reducing unnecessary use of antibiotics.
For instance, in September 2021, Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd, a pharmaceutical company, announced the acquisition of facility in Mehsana that makes antibiotics used in the treatment of pneumonia and bronchitis, among other ailments.
Key features of the study:
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global strep throat treatment market, and provides market size (US$ Mn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global strep throat treatment market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Pfizer Inc., Sanofi, Astrazeneca, Novartis AG, Bayer AG, GSK plc, Melinta Therapeutics, Amgen Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Merck & co, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Service, Inc., Accord Healthcare, Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC., MiddleBrook Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
Global strep throat treatment market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global strep throat treatment market
Global Strep Throat Treatment Market- Segmentation
By Treatment Type
Antibiotics
Amoxicillin
Penicillin
Others
Pain Relievers
Others
By Route of Administration
Oral
Topical
Injectable
By Disease Type
Acute Strep Throat
Pharyngitis
Tonsillitis
Laryngitis
Others
By Distribution Channel
Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy
By Region
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East
Africa
Company Profiles
Pfizer Inc.
Sanofi
Astrazeneca
Novartis AG
Bayer AG
GSK plc
Melinta Therapeutics
Amgen Inc.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
Merck & co, Inc.
Johnson & Johnson Service, Inc.
Accord Healthcare
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC.
MiddleBrook Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Treatment Type
Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Route of Administration
Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Disease Type
Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Distribution Channel
Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Driver
Rising prevalence of streptococcal infections
Increasing awareness about streptococcal infections
Growing investments in research and development (R&D)
Government support and initiatives
Impact Analysis
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Product Launch/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Merger and Acquisition Scenario
4. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
COVID-19 Epidemiology
Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
Economic Impact
5. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Antibiotics
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Amoxicillin
Penicillin
Others
Pain Relievers
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
6. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Route of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021-2032
Segment Trends
Oral
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Topical
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Injectable
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
7. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021-2032
Segment Trends
Acute Strep Throat
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Pharyngitis
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Tonsillitis
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Laryngitis
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
8. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021-2032
Segment Trends
Hospital Pharmacy
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Retail Pharmacy
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Online Pharmacy
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
9. Global Strep Throat Treatment Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020-2032
Country Trends
North America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route Of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032 ,(US$ Bn)
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route Of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route Of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route Of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
Middle East
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route Of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Treatment Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Route Of Administration, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Disease Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country/Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)