The drugs for erectile dysfunction market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• Over the past few years, the market size of erectile dysfunction drugs has experienced minimal growth. It's set to increase from $4.13 billion in 2024 to $4.16 billion in 2025, demonstrating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.8%.
Factors such as the introduction of pde5 inhibitors, pharmaceutical marketing and advertising initiatives, shifts in societal attitudes, an increase in lifestyle-related ED instances, and the availability of generic medication are responsible for the growth seen during the historical period.
The drugs for erectile dysfunction market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The market size for erectile dysfunction drugs is predicted to experience minor growth in the approaching years, growing to a value of $4.44 billion by 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.6%.
This growth in the prediction period can be linked to aspects such as emphasis on integrating mental health, change in consumer preferences, expansion of the market in developing economies, exploration of regenerative medicine, and innovations in biopharmaceuticals. The prediction period is expected to see prevalent trends such as the development of unique therapies, a rise in awareness and education, alterations in lifestyle and health consciousness, telemedicine and online consultations, and inventive delivery systems.
The surge in chronic illnesses is propelling the erectile dysfunction medication market. Erectile dysfunction primarily results from chronic illnesses associated with a sedentary lifestyle, such as cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. For example, the World Health Organization (WHO), a Swiss-based United Nations agency dedicated to promoting global health and safety, reported in September 2023 that chronic diseases cause 41 million deaths annually, which equates to 74% of global deaths. Therefore, the sharp rise in chronic illnesses is fueling the erectile dysfunction market.
The drugs for erectile dysfunction market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Drugs: Sildenafil Citrate, Mirodenafil , Vardenafil
2) By Mode Of Administration: Oral, Topical, Injections
3) By End Users: Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies
Subsegments:
1) By Sildenafil Citrate: Brand Names (Viagra), Generic Forms, Dosage Forms (Tablets, Chewables)
2) By Mirodenafil: Brand Names (Mvix), Dosage Forms, Combination Products
3) By Vardenafil: Brand Names (Levitra, Staxyn), Dosage Forms, Administration Routes (Oral, Dissolvable)
Advancements in drug delivery methods, such as the utilization of pellets and creams, are being adopted by numerous firms within the erectile dysfunction drug industry. These methods provide greater efficiency and effectiveness in treating erectile dysfunction, in addition to being safer. These advantages offered by novel drug delivery methods are predicted to expand the erectile dysfunction drug market. For instance, in September 2022, Sildenafil, a drug for erectile dysfunction in unique dosages, was launched by Lupin, an Indian pharmaceutical entity, after getting approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Major companies operating in the drugs for erectile dysfunction market include:
• Pfizer Inc.
• Eli Lilly and Company
• Bayer AG
• Viatris Inc.
• Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
• Futura Medical plc
• Zydus Cadila
• Lupin Limited
• Cipla Limited
• Dong-A Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd.
• Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.
• Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
• Lupin Limited
• Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
• Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
• AvKARE Inc.
• Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Teva Pharmaceutical USA
• Aurobindo Pharma USA
• Hims & Hers Health Inc.
• Antares Pharma Inc.
• Acrux Limited
• Mankind Pharma Ltd.
• Futura Medical plc
• Adamis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
North America was the largest region in the drugs for erectile dysfunction market in 2024. Middle East is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global drugs for erectile dysfunction market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the drugs for erectile dysfunction market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.