Global Antihistamine Drugs Market Size, Share, Forecast Report, 2020-2027

Antihistamines are drugs mainly used for treating allergies. They are also used to treat motion sickness, insomnia and anxiety. They work by acting against a chemical called histamine which leads to many allergic symptoms. Antihistamines may cause side effects such as dizziness, dry mouth, nervousness, irritability, blurry vision and decreased appetite.

The global antihistamine drugs market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 280 million by 2023.
Key Players in the Global Antihistamine drugs Market

Some of the key players in this market are Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. (U.S.), Sanofi (France), Bayer AG (Germany), Pfizer (U.S.), CVS pharmacy (U.S.), Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. (U.S.), and Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. (U.S.)
Segments

The global antihistamine drugs market is segmented on the basis of types which includes sedating and non-sedating antihistamines. Sedating antihistamines are further sub-segmented into brompheniramine, chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine, doxylamine, carbinoxamine and others. Non-sedating antihistamines are further sub-segmented into fexofenadine, loratadine, loratadine odt, and others.

On the basis of route of administration, the market is segmented into oral route, parenteral route and rectal route. Parenteral route segmented is further sub-segmented into intramuscular, subcutaneous and intravenous route.

On the basis of indication, the market is segmented into allergy, urticaria, dermatitis, and others. And on the basis of end users, the market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies and others.