The optic nerve disorders treatment market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• There has been a substantial growth in the market size of optic nerve disorders treatment in the recent past. The market which stood at $3.81 billion in 2024 is projected to rise to $4.03 billion in 2025, indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%.
The notable growth during the historical period can be associated with factors such as targeted therapies, the booming telemedicine sector, patient empowerment, and worldwide cooperative research.
The optic nerve disorders treatment market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Anticipated to witness robust growth in the approaching years, the market size for optic nerve disorders treatment is predicted to reach $4.96 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%.
Factors fuelling this growth during the projected period include personalized healthcare, telemedicine and remote healthcare processes, patient knowledge and consciousness, as well as reimbursement policies. Forecast period trends are expected to incorporate artificial vision along with bionic eye equipment, optic nerve rejuvenation, the inclusion of artificial intelligence in the field of ophthalmology, and community-oriented vision initiatives.
The surge in eye disorder cases is predicted to accelerate the optic nerve disorder treatment market's progress. These disorders include diseases or conditions that impact the tissues of the eyes and other components. Treatment for optic nerve disorders provides relief to those suffering from eye disorders by addressing several eye diseases, such as glaucoma, by curbing or avoiding further damage to the optic nerve. It was reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a public health government agency in the US, in November 2022, that upwards of 3 million Americans were affected by glaucoma. This number is estimated to reach 6.3 million by 2050. Consequently, the increasing prevalence of eye disorders is fueling the optic nerve disorder treatment market's expansion.
The optic nerve disorders treatment market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Treatment Type: Steroidal Therapy, Immunomodulators therapy, Other Treatment Types
2) By Indication: Glaucoma, Optic Neuritis, Optic Neuropathy, Congenital Optic Atrophy, Other Indications
3) By End User: Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Clinics, Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Steroidal Therapy: Corticosteroids, Intravitreal Steroid Injections, Oral Steroids
2) By Immunomodulators Therapy: Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs), Biologic Agents, Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)
3) By Other Treatment Types: Optical Nerve Decompression Surgery, Neuroprotective Agents, Supportive Therapies
Leading businesses in the optic nerve disorder treatment market are adopting innovative practices such as the introduction of generic suspensions, in an effort to maintain their dominance. These generic suspensions for optic nerve disorders are typically composed of corticosteroids or other agents that combat inflammation, and they come in liquid form. They are engineered to manage inflammation and symptoms in conditions such as optic neuritis or other diseases of the optic nerve. For instance, Lupin, a pharmaceutical company based in India, unveiled the premiere generic version of prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension in October 2024. This initiation signifies a considerable leap forward in the array of treatments offered for optic nerve disorders. The generic variant of Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension offers a cheaper substitute to the original branded version, thereby expanding its reach to a broader spectrum of patients. It's intended to alleviate inflammation and address diverse eye conditions including the optic nerve afflictions.
Major companies operating in the optic nerve disorders treatment market are:
• Pfizer Inc.
• F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.
• Merck and Co. Inc.
• Novartis AG
• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Alcon Inc.
• Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited
• Bausch + Lomb Corporation
• Horizon Therapeutics Inc.
• Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd.
• Allergan Inc.
• Akorn Inc.
• Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Lumenis Ltd.
• Glaukos Corporation
• Nidek Co. Ltd.
• Aerie Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Spark Therapeutics Inc.
• IRIDEX Corporation
• Kowa Company Limited
• New World Medical Inc.
• Heidelberg Engineering GmbH
• Editas Medicine Inc.
• Quark Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• iSTAR Medical SA
• Neurotech Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Nicox SA.
• GenSight Biologics S.A.
• Inotek Pharmaceuticals Co.
• Oculis Holding AG.
North America was the largest region in the optic nerve disorders treatment market in 2024. The regions covered in optic nerve disorders treatment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.