Endocrinology drugs are pharmaceutical treatments designed to manage and regulate disorders associated with the endocrine system, which includes glands such as the thyroid, pancreas, and adrenal glands. These drugs are used to treat conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, growth hormone deficiencies, and hormonal imbalances, aiming to restore normal hormonal levels and improve the overall function of the endocrine system.
The primary conditions treated with endocrinology drugs include hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, diabetes, polycystic ovarian syndrome, growth hormone disorders, and pituitary gland disorders, among others. Hyperthyroidism, for example, is marked by an overproduction of thyroid hormones, causing symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and anxiety. Key therapy areas include diabetes medications, thyroid hormone disorder treatments, human growth hormone, testosterone replacement therapy, and others. These drugs are distributed through various channels, such as hospital pharmacies, online pharmacies, and retail pharmacies, and are used by a range of end users, including hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and more.
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The endocrinology drugs market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $33.26 billion in 2024 to $36.21 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.86%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to factors such as the rising global prevalence of diabetes, increased government initiatives, higher healthcare spending, a growing incidence of adrenal gland disorders, increased demand for insulin analogs, and a higher number of endocrinologists.
The endocrinology drugs market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $50.37 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.60%. The expected growth during the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as a growing diabetic population, a higher prevalence of endocrine disorders, more adolescents facing hormonal imbalances, and increasing obesity rates. Key trends for the forecast period include advancements in technology, the adoption of advanced drug delivery systems, the integration of digital health solutions, precision medicine, and combination therapies.
The rising prevalence of endocrine diseases is driving the growth of the endocrinology drugs market. Endocrine diseases are disorders that affect the endocrine system, leading to imbalances in hormone production or regulation, which disrupt normal bodily functions. Factors contributing to the increasing prevalence of endocrine diseases include lifestyle changes, an aging population, and improvements in diagnostic methods, which have all led to greater recognition and incidence of these conditions. Endocrinology drugs are designed to manage these diseases by regulating hormone levels, addressing glandular dysfunction, and restoring hormonal balance, thus improving health outcomes. For example, in May 2023, the National Library of Medicine reported that approximately 13 million people in the U.S. (about 4.78% of the population) suffer from undiagnosed endocrine disorders, with thyroid disease being one of the most prevalent, affecting 30% to 40% of patients treated in endocrine practices. This growing prevalence of endocrine diseases is significantly driving the demand for endocrinology drugs.
Leading companies in the endocrinology drugs market are prioritizing the development of innovative products, such as ready-to-use vials, to enhance medication administration. These pre-filled and pre-dosed containers eliminate the need for reconstitution or preparation before use. For example, in December 2022, Hikma Pharmaceuticals plc, a UK-based pharmaceutical company, introduced Levothyroxine sodium injection in ready-to-use vials with a concentration of 100 mcg/mL. This formulation is designed for immediate application, reducing the risk of preparation errors and enhancing patient safety. It ensures precise and consistent dosing, which is essential for treating conditions such as hypothyroidism and myxedema coma. Additionally, these vials improve efficiency for healthcare providers by saving time and ensuring accurate administration in urgent care scenarios.
In July 2024, AstraZeneca, a UK-based pharmaceutical company, acquired Amolyt Pharma Inc., a France-based company specializing in therapies for rare endocrine diseases. This acquisition is aimed at strengthening AstraZeneca's portfolio in rare endocrine diseases by integrating Amolyt Pharma's innovative pipeline of late-stage therapies. This move highlights the ongoing efforts by major pharmaceutical companies to expand their capabilities and offerings in the growing market for endocrinology drugs.
Major players in the endocrinology drugs market are Johnson & Johnson Inc., Merck & Co. Inc., AbbVie Inc., Bayer Aktiengesellschaft, Novartis International AG, Sanofi S.A., AstraZeneca plc, Abbott Laboratories, GlaxoSmithKline plc, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Eli Lilly and Company, Amgen Inc., Novo Nordisk A/S, Biocon Limited, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Mylan N.V., Sandoz International GmbH, Ipsen Pharma, Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc., Endocrine Pharma Private Limited.
North America was the largest region in the endocrinology drugs market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in endocrinology drugs report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the endocrinology drugs market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The endocrinology drugs market consists of sales of insulin analogs, antithyroid drugs, and anti-diabetic drugs. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Indication: Hyperthyroidism; Hypothyroidism; Diabetes; Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome; Growth Hormone Disorders; Pituitary Gland Disorders; Other Indications
2) By Therapy Area: Diabetes Drugs; Thyroid Hormone Disorder Drugs; Human Growth Hormone; Testosterone Replacement Therapy; Others Therapy Areas
3) By Distribution Channel: Hospital pharmacies; Online Pharmacies; Retail pharmacies
4) By End User: Hospitals; Ambulatory Surgical Centers; Others End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Hyperthyroidism: Antithyroid Medications; Radioactive Iodine Therapy; Beta Blockers
2) By Hypothyroidism: Levothyroxine-based Medications; Liothyronine-based Medications; Combination Hormonal Therapies
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Endocrinology Drugs Market Characteristics
3. Endocrinology Drugs Market Trends And Strategies
4. Endocrinology Drugs Market - Macro Economic Scenario Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics And Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Endocrinology Drugs Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Endocrinology Drugs PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Endocrinology Drugs Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Endocrinology Drugs Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Endocrinology Drugs Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Endocrinology Drugs Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Segmentation By Indication, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism
Diabetes
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Growth Hormone Disorders
Pituitary Gland Disorders
Other Indications
6.2. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Segmentation By Therapy Area, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Diabetes Drugs
Thyroid Hormone Disorder Drugs
Human Growth Hormone
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Other Therapy Areas
6.3. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hospital pharmacies
Online Pharmacies
Retail pharmacies
6.4. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Segmentation By End User, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Hospitals
Ambulatory Surgical Centers
Other End Users
6.5. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Hyperthyroidism, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Antithyroid Medications
Radioactive Iodine Therapy
Beta Blockers
6.6. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Hypothyroidism, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Levothyroxine-based Medications
Liothyronine-based Medications
Combination Hormonal Therapies
6.7. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Diabetes, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Insulin Therapies
Oral Antidiabetic Drugs (OADs)
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
SGLT-2 Inhibitors
DPP-4 Inhibitors
6.8. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Oral Contraceptives
Metformin
Clomiphene Citrate
Anti-Androgens
6.9. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Growth Hormone Disorders, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Recombinant Human Growth Hormone (rhGH)
Growth Hormone Secretagogues
Growth Hormone Receptor Antagonists
6.10. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Pituitary Gland Disorders, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Somatostatin Analogs
Gonadotropins
Dopamine Agonists
6.11. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Other Indications, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Adrenal Gland Disorders
Osteoporosis
Parathyroid Disorders
Male Hormonal Imbalances
7. Endocrinology Drugs Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Endocrinology Drugs Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion