The global Ophthalmic Drugs market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% by 2035.
The The Ophthalmic Drugs Market Report 2025-2035: This report will prove invaluable to leading firms striving for new revenue pockets if they wish to better understand the industry and its underlying dynamics. It will be useful for companies that would like to expand into different industries or to expand their existing operations in a new region.
The global ophthalmic drugs market is experiencing robust growth, driven by several key factors. Rising incidences of eye-related conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and dry eye syndrome are fuelling the demand for advanced pharmaceutical solutions. This trend is further supported by an aging global population and lifestyle changes that increase susceptibility to these conditions, underscoring the need for innovative drug options. A strong pipeline of new ophthalmic drugs is also bolstering market expansion, as pharmaceutical companies invest substantially in R&D to introduce enhanced and novel treatments. These active developments are set to deliver more targeted and precise therapies, improving treatment options and accelerating market momentum. With sustained innovation and continuous advancements, the global ophthalmic drugs market is expected to maintain its growth trajectory in the coming years.
Side Effects of Drugs Likely to Challenge Industry Growth
Topical ophthalmic drugs can cause a variety of side effects, including temporary vision cloudiness, allergic reactions, visual disturbances, and stinging, burning, or itching. Less common but more severe side effects include sudden vision changes, intense headaches, tunnel vision, eye discomfort, pain behind the eyes, and signs of an eye infection, such as swelling and discharge. As a result, adverse effects, particularly those associated with topical steroidal drugs, may limit market growth.
Addressing drug-related side effects in the ophthalmic drugs market, particularly in developing countries, necessitates a comprehensive strategy. This includes increasing healthcare accessibility, developing medical infrastructure, educating patients, reducing counterfeit drug circulation, and enacting stringent regulatory frameworks to ensure the safety and efficacy of ophthalmic treatments. Apellis Pharmaceuticals' drug pegcetacoplan, which was approved by the FDA for geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), has raised safety concerns due to instances of intraocular inflammation (IOI), according to the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS). As of April 2023, the ASRS Research and Safety in Therapeutics (ReST) Committee began tracking reports of IOI, some of which resulted in severe retinal vasculitis, occlusive retinal vasculopathy, or vision loss. On 16th January 2024, a retrospective analysis revealed 14 cases of retinal vasculitis among 13 patients following their first pegcetacoplan injection, with inflammation typically manifesting around 10.5 days after the injection. Notably, retinal veins were more affected than arteries, and 57% of impacted eyes had significant vision acuity (VA) loss, with two cases necessitating enucleation due to severe complications. In addition, 43% of cases showed anterior segment neovascularisation. These findings highlight critical safety issues, emphasising the importance of continuous monitoring and real-world safety analysis of pegcetacoplan in order to better assess and manage associated risks.
What Questions Should You Ask before Buying a Market Research Report?
How is the ophthalmic drugs market evolving?
What is driving and restraining the ophthalmic drugs market?
How will each ophthalmic drugs submarket segment grow over the forecast period and how much revenue will these submarkets account for in 2035?
How will the market shares for each ophthalmic drugs submarket develop from 2025 to 2035?
What will be the main driver for the overall market from 2025 to 2035?
Will leading ophthalmic drugs markets broadly follow the macroeconomic dynamics, or will individual national markets outperform others?
How will the market shares of the national markets change by 2035 and which geographical region will lead the market in 2035?
Who are the leading players and what are their prospects over the forecast period?
How will the industry evolve during the period between 2025 and 2035? What are the implications of ophthalmic drugs projects taking place now and over the next 10 years?
Is there a greater need for product commercialisation to further scale the ophthalmic drugs market?
Where is the ophthalmic drugs market heading and how can you ensure you are at the forefront of the market?
What are the best investment options for new product and service lines?
What are the key prospects for moving companies into a new growth path and C-suite?
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Segments Covered in the Report
Type
Prescription Drugs
OTC Drugs
Indication
Retinal Disorders
Infection/Inflammation/Allergy
Glaucoma
Dry Eye
Others
Route of Administration
Topical
Parenteral
Distribution Channel
Hospital Pharmacies
Drug Stores
Online Pharmacies
In addition to the revenue predictions for the overall world market and segments, you will also find revenue forecasts for five regional and 26 leading national markets:
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
Spain
UK
France
Italy
Netherlands
Switzerland
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
South Korea
Malaysia
Singapore
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Chile
Rest of Latin America
MEA
GCC
South Africa
Rest of MEA
The report also includes profiles and for some of the leading companies in the Ophthalmic Drugs Market 2025 to 2035, with a focus on this segment of these companies' operations.
Leading companies and the potential for market growth
AbbVie Inc.
Alcon
Alimera Sciences
Apellis Pharmaceuticals
Bausch + Lomb Corporation
Bayer AG
Breye Therapeutics ApS
EyeBio
F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.
Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.
Nicox
Novaliq GmbH
Novartis AG
Pfizer Inc.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
SpliceBio
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Viatris Inc.
Overall world revenue for ophthalmic drugs market, 2025 to 2035 in terms of value the market will surpass US$35.0 billion in 2025, our work calculates. We predict strong revenue growth through to 2035. Our work identifies which organizations hold the greatest potential. Discover their capabilities, progress, and commercial prospects, helping you stay ahead.
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Table of Contents
1 Report Overview
1.1 Objectives of the Study
1.2 Introduction to Ophthalmic Drugs Market
1.3 What This Report Delivers
1.4 Why You Should Read This Report
1.5 Key Questions Answered by This Analytical Report
1.6 Who is This Report for?
1.7 Methodology
1.7.1 Market Definitions
1.7.2 Market Evaluation & Forecasting Methodology
1.7.3 Data Validation
1.7.3.1 Primary Research
1.7.3.2 Secondary Research
1.8 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1.9 Associated Visiongain Reports
1.10 About Visiongain
2 Executive Summary
3 Market Overview
3.1 Key Findings
3.2 Market Dynamics
3.2.1 Market Driving Factors
3.2.1.1 Rising Frequency and Occurrence of Eye-related Conditions
3.2.1.2 Technological Advancements and Innovations
3.2.1.3 Increasing Prevalence of Diabetes
3.2.1.4 Presence of Strong Emerging Pipeline Drugs
3.2.2 Market Restraining Factors
3.2.2.1 Lack of Health Insurance in the Developing Countries
3.2.2.2 Lack of Awareness Regarding the Available Treatment Options
3.2.2.3 Side Effects of Drugs
3.2.2.4 Patent Expiry of Blockbuster Drugs
3.2.2.5 Impact of Elevated R&D Expenses and Patent Loss on Popular Pharmaceuticals
3.2.2.6 Intensifying Competition in the Crowded Ophthalmic Drugs Market
3.2.3 Market Opportunities
3.2.3.1 Rise in Investment in Research and Development
3.2.3.2 Rise in Geriatric Population
3.2.3.3 Emergence of Digital Health Solutions and Telemedicine
3.2.3.4 Growing Regulatory Support for Innovation in the Ophthalmic Sector
3.2.3.5 E-Commerce and Online Pharmacies Unlock New Market Opportunities
3.3 Emerging Trends
3.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
3.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.4.3 Competitive Rivalry
3.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
3.4.5 Threat of New Entrants
3.5 PEST Analysis
3.5.1 Political
3.5.2 Economical
3.5.3 Social
3.5.4 Technological
3.6 Recent Approvals
4 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis by Type
4.1 Key Findings
4.2 Type Segment: Market Attractiveness Index
4.3 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Type
4.4 Prescription Drugs
4.4.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
4.4.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
4.5 OTC Drugs
4.5.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
4.5.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
5 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis by Distribution Channel
5.1 Key Findings
5.2 Distribution Channel Segment: Market Attractiveness Index
5.4 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Distribution Channel
5.5 Hospital Pharmacies
5.5.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
5.5.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
5.6 Drug Stores
5.6.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
5.6.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
5.7 Online Pharmacies
5.7.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
5.7.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
6 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis by Indication
6.1 Key Findings
6.2 Indication Segment: Market Attractiveness Index
6.3 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Indications
6.4 Retinal Disorders
6.4.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
6.4.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
6.5 Infection/Inflammation/Allergy
6.5.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
6.5.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
6.6 Dry Eye
6.6.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
6.6.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
6.7 Glaucoma
6.7.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
6.7.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
6.8 Others
6.8.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
6.8.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
7 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis by Route of Administration
7.1 Key Findings
7.2 Route of Administration Segment: Market Attractiveness Index
7.4 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Route of Administration
7.5 Topical
7.5.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
7.5.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
7.6 Parenteral
7.6.1 Market Size by Region, 2025-2035 (US$ Billion)
7.6.2 Market Share by Region, 2025 & 2035 (%)
8 Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis by Region
8.1 Key Findings
8.2 Regional Market Size Estimation and Forecast
9 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis
9.1 Key Findings
9.2 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Attractiveness Index
9.3 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market by Country, 2025, 2030 & 2035 (US$ Billion)
9.4 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Country
9.5 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Type
9.6 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Distribution channel
9.7 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Indications
9.8 North America Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Route of Administration
9.9 U.S. Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis
9.10 Canada Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis
10 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Analysis
10.1 Key Findings
10.2 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Attractiveness Index
10.3 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market by Country, 2025, 2030 & 2035 (US$ Billion)
10.5 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Country
10.6 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Type
10.7 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Distribution Channel
10.8 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Indications
10.9 Europe Ophthalmic Drugs Market Size Estimation and Forecast by Route of Administration