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Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissues. These tumors can develop throughout the body anytime during the individual’s life. The most common type of neurofibromatosis are Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2). Drugs for neurofibromatosis treatment are aimed at suppressing tumor growth and controlling the symptoms of the disease. Some of the commonly prescribed drugs include chemotherapy drugs such as carboplatin and paclitaxel. Other alternatives like interferon alpha help in reducing the size and number of tumors. The global neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market is witnessing lucrative growth opportunities owing to the increasing R&D activities undertaken by pharmaceutical companies for developing novel and targeted therapies.
The global Neurofibromatosis Treatment Drugs Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 5,759.6 Mn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 24.% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.
Market key trends:
One of the key trends in the neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market is the emergence of targeted therapeutic drugs. Researchers are developing drugs that target specific molecular pathways involved in the formation and growth of neurofibromas. For example, drugs targeting the Ras/MAPK pathway have shown promising results in neurofibroma models. Selumetinib is a MEK inhibitor currently in Phase 2 clinical trials for neurofibromatosis type 1. Such targeted drugs are more effective with fewer side effects compared to conventional chemotherapy drugs. Their development and approval will significantly boost the neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market during the forecast period.
Porter’s Analysis
Threat of new entrants: The neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market requires high R&D investments and regulatory approvals, thereby posing moderate threat of new entrants.
Bargaining power of buyers: The bargaining power of buyers is low to moderate as treatment options for neurofibromatosis are limited.
Bargaining power of suppliers: The bargaining power of suppliers is moderate as major players have a strong distribution network and supply chain across regions.
Threat of new substitutes: There exist no overt substitutes for neurofibromatosis treatment drugs at present due to unique mechanism of action.
Competitive rivalry: The competitive rivalry in the market is high owing to presence of global and regional players focusing on product approvals and launches.
Key Takeaways
The global neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market is expected to witness high growth over the forecast period. Regionally, North America is projected to dominate the global market during the forecast period. Factors such increasing patient awareness programs by non-profit organizations and presence of major players in the region drive the market growth.
Regional analysis – North America holds the largest share of the global neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 25% during the forecast period. Factors such as increasing healthcare expenditure, developed healthcare infrastructure, and presence of major players in the region contribute to its dominating share.
Key players – Key players operating in the neurofibromatosis treatment drugs market are BIO-key International, Fujitsu Limited., 3M Cogent, Inc., MorphoTrust, Imprivata, Inc., Crossmatch Technologies, Inc., Toshiba Medical System Corporation, NEC Corporation, Hitachi Ltd., Integrated Biometrics, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
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1. Source: Coherent Market Insights, Public sources, Desk research
2. We have leveraged AI tools to mine information and compile it
