Global Anti-Rheumatics Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Drug Class;

Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Corticosteroids, Uric Acid Drugs, and Others

By Sales Channel;

Over-the-Counter and Prescription

By Type;

Prescription-Based Drugs and Over-the-Counter Drugs

By Molecule Type;

Biopharmaceutical and Pharmaceuticals

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn543744279 Published Date: June, 2025 Updated Date: July, 2025

Anti-Rheumatics Market Overview

Anti-Rheumatics Market (USD Million)

Anti-Rheumatics Market was valued at USD 68,014.68 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 83,195.75 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.9%.


Global Anti-Rheumatics Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 2.9 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)2.9 %
Market Size (2024)USD 68,014.68 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 83,195.75 Million
Market ConcentrationHigh
Report Pages338
68,014.68
2024
83,195.75
2031

Major Players

  • AbbVie Inc.
  • Pfizer Inc.
  • Novartis AG
  • Amgen Inc.
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Merck & Co., Inc.
  • Roche Holding AG
  • Bristol Myers Squibb Company
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • GlaxoSmithKline plc
  • AstraZeneca PLC
  • Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
  • Biogen Inc.
  • Sanofi S.A.
  • Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global Anti-Rheumatics Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Anti-Rheumatics Market is rapidly evolving with growing demand for effective therapies targeting chronic inflammatory joint conditions. A notable shift is seen as 65% of individuals prefer combination drug therapies, emphasizing the need for integrated treatment solutions. Ongoing developments continue to enhance the therapeutic capabilities of anti-rheumatic drugs.

Increasing Prevalence of Autoimmune Disorders
The persistent rise in rheumatic disease cases is pushing demand across the pharmaceutical landscape. With diagnosis rates climbing by 20%, healthcare systems are witnessing a surge in patients requiring long-term management. This growing patient pool is propelling research into more efficient and durable anti-rheumatic solutions.

Emphasis on Individualized Care Models
Personalized medicine is gaining momentum in anti-rheumatic treatments. Nearly 33% of active trials focus on biomarker-driven therapies, offering customized approaches to disease control. These precision-guided interventions are improving patient compliance and accelerating market acceptance of targeted drugs.

Collaborative Ecosystem Enhancing Innovation
A surge in partnerships among biotech firms and pharmaceutical innovators is driving growth. Collaborative projects have increased by 28%, promoting the development of next-generation biologics and biosimilars. This trend is helping streamline treatment costs while expanding therapeutic accessibility worldwide.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Drug Class
    2. Market Snapshot, By Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Anti-Rheumatics Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing prevalence of rheumatic diseases
        2. Aging population
        3. Rising awareness and early diagnosis
        4. Growing healthcare expenditure
        5. Adoption of combination therapies
      2. Restraints
        1. Adverse medication side effects
        2. Stringent regulations
        3. Patent expirations
        4. Slow drug approvals
        5. Patient adherence issues
      3. Opportunities
        1. Development of biosimilars
        2. Innovative drug delivery systems
        3. Telemedicine growth
        4. Personalized medicine
        5. Preventive care focus
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Anti-Rheumatics Market, By Drug Class, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs
      2. Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
      3. Corticosteroids
      4. Uric Acid Drugs
      5. Others
    2. Anti-Rheumatics Market, By Sales Channel, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Over-the-Counter

      2. Prescription

    3. Anti-Rheumatics Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Prescription-Based Drugs
      2. Over-the-Counter Drugs
    4. Anti-Rheumatics Market, By Molecule Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Biopharmaceutical

      2. Pharmaceuticals

    5. Anti-Rheumatics Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. AbbVie Inc.
      2. Pfizer Inc.
      3. Novartis AG
      4. Amgen Inc.
      5. Johnson & Johnson
      6. Merck & Co., Inc.
      7. Roche Holding AG
      8. Bristol Myers Squibb Company
      9. Eli Lilly and Company
      10. GlaxoSmithKline plc
      11. AstraZeneca PLC
      12. Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
      13. Biogen Inc.
      14. Sanofi S.A.
      15. Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market