Smart Inhalers Market Size & Share 2023 to 2032
Market Size by Product (DPI-based Smart Inhalers, MDI-based Smart Inhalers), by Disease Indication (Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), by Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, E-commerce)– Global Forecast.
Report ID: GMI3994
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Published Date: October 2023
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Report Format: PDF
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Authors:
Mariam Faizullabhoy, Gauri Wani
Smart Inhalers Market Size
Smart Inhalers Market size was valued at USD 1.5 billion in 2022 and is estimated to account for USD 3.3 billion by 2032. Smart inhalers are sensor-enabled digital devices used for administration of drugs by inhalation as well as monitoring accurate doses and tracking inhaler usage.
Smart Inhalers Market Key Takeaways
Market Size & Growth
Key Market Drivers
Challenges
Rising prevalence of several chronic respiratory diseases including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma is one of the major factors contributing to the market revenue. For instance, as per the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) in 2022, approximately 350 million people globally are currently suffering from asthma.
The integration of smart inhalers into telemedicine and remote patient monitoring devices, market of which being worth USD 14 billion in 2022, help to enhance patient care and also helps in managing respiratory conditions more effectively. It enables more timely interventions, reduces the need for in-person visits, and allows for a more personalized and patient-centered approach to healthcare. Thus, remotely monitoring and managing patients with respiratory conditions will positively influence the demand for smart inhalers.
COVID-19 Impact
The use of smart inhaler increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rise in incidence rate of several respiratory complications among COVID-19 patients propelled the market demand. Moreover, a sudden upsurge in hospital admissions and patient visits associated with breathing problems led to an increased need for effective respiratory care thereby boosting market demand. Therefore, the continued adoption of smart inhalers throughout the pandemic further stimulated the market progress.
Smart Inhalers Market Trends
Continuous technological advancements in smart inhalers are projected to accelerate the market growth. As smart inhaler is a part of the new-age digital technology, these devices are being optimized to enhance respiratory ailment management. Enhanced availability of advanced smart inhaler to treat respiratory diseases will fuel the market revenue size.
Smart Inhalers Market Analysis
The market by product is categorized into on DPI-based smart inhaler and MDI-based smart inhaler. The DPI- based smart inhalers segment garnered USD 959.4 million revenue size in the year 2022.
The smart inhalers market by disease indication is categorized into COPD and asthma. COPD held over 57% of industry share in 2022.
The smart inhalers market by distribution channel is categorized into hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and e-commerce. The hospital pharmacies segment accounted for considerable market revenue in 2022 and is estimated to proceed at an 8.3% CAGR during the projected timeframe.
U.S. smart inhalers market accounted for USD 520 million revenue size in 2022 and is predicted to witness substantial market growth over the analysis timeline.
Smart Inhalers Market Share
The smart inhalers industry is consolidated in nature, with major companies competing to offer superior products in this business space. Prominent players such as Novartis holds a significant share in the market. The companies are diligently directing their efforts towards continuous product innovation and partnership with other players to gain substantial market share. For instance, Novartis collaborated with Propeller Health to connect the digital health platform to enerzair breezhaler in order to treat inadequately controlled asthma patients in Europe.
Some of the eminent market participants operating in the smart inhalers industry include:
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Smart inhalers market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD from 2018 to 2032 for the following segments:
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By Product, 2018-2032 (USD Million)
By Disease Indication, 2018-2032 (USD Million)
By Distribution Channel, 2018-2032 (USD Million)
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