Methadone Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 3793
  • Published Date: Nov 20, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Methadone Market Segmentation:

By Form Segment Analysis

The global market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by form into oral solutions, tablets, intravenous injections, and others. Out of this, the oral solution segment is anticipated to account for the largest market share in the forecast period. Methadone oral solution is liquid methadone that can be prescribed for pain management and addiction treatment. They come in different strengths and can be prescribed to patients who have difficulty swallowing tablets. The growth of the market can be attributed owing to the growing geriatric population suffering from chronic diseases who prefer to consume methadone in the form of an oral solution. This is anticipated drive the growth of this segment in the forecast period. For instance, as per the World Health Organization report, by 2050 the geriatric population is anticipated to grow triple from 146 million to 438 million. 

By End User Segment Analysis

The global methadone market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by end users in hospitals, rehab centers, drug stores, research centers, and others. The rehab center segment is estimated to hold the largest market share in the forecast period. This is attributed owing to the number of people globally suffering from heroin, drug, and morphine addiction. To cure them this addiction rehab centers widely make use of this medication. As per data, more than 3 million people are of health conditions seeking the help of rehabilitation.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:

     By Form

  • Oral Solution
  • Tablets
  • Intravenous Injections
  • Others

     By Application

  • Pain Treatment
  •  Detoxification
  • Maintenance Therapy
  •  Addiction Rehabilitation
  • Others

     By End User

  • Hospital
  • Rehab Centers
  • Drug Stores
  • Research Centers
  •  Others

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of methadone is assessed at USD 206.85 million.

The global methadone market size was valued at more than USD 193.93 million in 2025 and is expected to register a CAGR of over 7.4%, exceeding USD 395.99 million revenue by 2035.

North America methadone market is projected to secure a 42% revenue share, spurred by the rising incidence of drug addiction and the growing reliance on methadone for managing post-operative and substance-related pain.

Key players in the market include Eli Lilly and Company, Sanofi S.A., Hikma Labs Inc., Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, Siegfried Holding AG, Johnson Matthey, Gilead Sciences, Inc., BioControl Medical, Tianjin Central Pharmaceutical Industry Co., Ltd.
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