The Common Cold Market Overview 2025 report reveals that the market size has grown significantly over the past few years, with projections indicating further expansion.
The market size of the global common cold has seen significant growth lately. The size increased from $25.22 billion in 2024 to $26.89 billion in 2025, demonstrating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%.
The Common Cold Global Market Report 2025 anticipates that the common cold market will expand to $34.30 billion by 2029, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%.
Download Your Free Sample of the 2025 Common Cold Market Report and Uncover Key Trends Now!The key drivers in the common cold market are:
• Increase in seasonal flu prevalence
• Declining rates of vaccination coverage
• High demand for common cold drugs to manage flu symptoms
• Higher rates of hospitalization due to flu complications
The common cold market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Drug Class: Antihistamines, Expectorants, Bronchodilators, Decongestants, Antibiotics, Other Drugs Class
2) By Doses: Oral Syrups, Tablets Or Pills, Nasal Drops, Other Doses
3) By Distribution: Hospital Pharmacies, Independent Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies, Other Distribution Channels
The key trends in the common cold market are:
• A notable trend is the increased focus on developing innovative solutions, like over-the-counter cold remedies.
• There is a growing emphasis on meeting consumer demand for safer, natural, effective treatments.
• Expansion of product offerings, particularly for children, is a major emerging trend.
• The increased production of remedies without harmful substances such as artificial dyes, sweeteners, and parabens signals a shift towards cleaner healthcare options.
Major players in the common cold market are:
• Pfizer Inc.
• Procter & Gamble Health Limited
• Bayer Aktiengesellschaft
• Sanofi S.A.
• Novartis AG
• GlaxoSmithKline plc
• Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
• Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited
• Haleon plc
• Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited
• Perrigo Company plc
• Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Limited
• Cipla Limited
• Amneal Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Lupin Limited
• Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited
• Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited
• The Himalaya Drug Company
• Cadila Healthcare Limited
• Gnova Biotech Limited
North America was the largest region in the common cold market in 2024