Asthma and COPD Drugs Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 4116
  • Published Date: Jun 10, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Asthma and COPD Drugs Segmentation

Drug Class (Bronchodilators, Anti-Inflammatories, Combination Therapies)

In terms of drug class, the combination therapies segment is expected to lead the asthma and COPD drugs market with a share of 38.5% by the end of 2037. The effectiveness of this type of medicine in managing persistent asthma has made it the first-line treatment. Its preference can further be displayed by the report from the NIH, identifying 42.4% of the total severe asthma patients to have eligibility and reliance on associated therapeutics, such as Symbicort and Advair. In addition, it is internationally recognized for being a better option than standalone SABAs for long-term asthma care, solidifying its dominance over other subtypes. Moreover, the proven efficacy of combination therapies in controlling inflammation and bronchoconstriction helps this segment generate greater revenue for this sector.

Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies)

Based on distribution channels, the retail pharmacies segment is predicted to capture the largest share of 47.2% in the asthma and COPD drugs market throughout the discussed timeframe. These dispensing entities are considered to be the most convenient portals for better community access, securing a lucrative cash inflow for this sector. The importance of ongoing maintenance therapies as a personal asset for combating severe events underscores the significance of neighborhood pharmacies in enabling adequate supply. Thus, the combined effect of ensuring consistent patient access to both acute rescue medications and long-term controller drugs is strengthening the presence of retailing ends in this field.

Our in-depth analysis of the asthma and COPD drugs market includes the following segments:

Drug Class

  • Bronchodilators
  • SABAs
  • LABAs
  • LAMAs 
  • Anti-Inflammatories
  • Corticosteroids
  • Biologics
  • Combination Therapies
  • LABA/ICS
  • LAMA/LABA

Disease Type

  • Asthma 
  • Allergic
  • Non-Allergic 
  • COPD 
  • Chronic Bronchitis
  • Emphysema

Distribution Channel

  • Hospital Pharmacies
  • Retail Pharmacies
  • Online Pharmacies

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2024, the industry size of the asthma and COPD drugs market was over USD 26.1 billion.

The market size for the asthma and COPD drugs market is projected to reach USD 45.6 billion by the end of 2037 expanding at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037.

The major players in the market are GSK, AstraZeneca, Boehringer Ingelheim, Sanofi/Regeneron, Novartis, Pfizer, Merck & Co., and others.

In terms of drug class, the medical disposables segment is anticipated to garner the largest market share of 38.5% by 2037 and display lucrative growth opportunities during 2025-2037.

The market in North America is projected to hold the largest market share of 34.3% by the end of 2037 and provide more business opportunities in the future.
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