Gastrointestinal Drugs Market

By Type;

Branded and Generics

By Drug Class;

Aminosalicylates, Digestive Enzymes, Proton Pump Inhibitors, Biologics/Biosimilar and Others

By Route of Administration;

Oral, Injectable and Others

By Application;

Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, GERD, IBS and Others

By Distribution Channel;

Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies and Online Pharmacies

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn148966212 Published Date: August, 2025

Gastrointestinal Drugs Market Overview

Gastrointestinal Drugs Market (USD Million)

Gastrointestinal Drugs Market was valued at USD 54,939.15 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 77,304.90 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.


Gastrointestinal Drugs Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 54,939.15 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 77,304.90 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages343
54,939.15
2024
77,304.90
2031

Major Players

  • Takeda Pharmaceticals
  • Allergan Plc
  • Novo Nordisk A/S
  • AstraZeneca Plc
  • AbbVie Inc
  • Valeant Pharmaceuticals Inc
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Bayer AG
  • Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Gastrointestinal Drugs Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Gastrointestinal Drugs Market is experiencing rapid expansion amid increased cases of GERD, IBS, and gut inflammation. Over 40% of new medications incorporate advanced drug delivery technologies aimed at better efficacy and fewer side effects. Active collaboration between pharmaceutical companies and clinical experts is accelerating innovation. This combined approach is powering strong growth in treatment adoption.

Collaborative Ventures Speed Market Entry
More than 35% of pharmaceutical leaders are forming strategic alliances with biotech firms and research labs to co-develop targeted biologics, improved small molecules, and AI-guided dosing systems. These partnerships help fast-track novel therapies and encourage technological advancements in drug precision and customization, amplifying expansion in GI treatment segments.

Patient-Friendly Drugs Fuel Adoption
With patients seeking ease and consistency, around 45% of newest GI drugs feature once-daily dosing and extended-release capabilities. This shift responds to the need for innovative delivery formats that simplify regimens and reduce side effects. Enhanced patient adherence and demand lead to elevated market growth across chronic GI treatments.

Digital Integration Guides Treatment Strategies
About 30% of GI therapies now leverage AI-powered symptom tracking and risk analytics to personalize care, using tools like remote monitoring and predictive models. These strategies, born from collaboration between pharma and health-tech, support a compelling future outlook, enabling smarter, data-informed prescriptions and better patient management.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Drug Class
    3. Market Snapshot, By Route of Administration
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Distribution Channel
    6. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Gastrointestinal Drugs Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing Prevalence of Peripheral Artery Disease
        2. Advancements in Medical Technology
        3. Growing Awareness of Early Diagnosis
        4. Expansion of Healthcare Infrastructure
      2. Restraints
        1. Limited Accessibility in Low-Income Regions
        2. Lack of Skilled Healthcare Professionals
        3. Stringent Regulatory Approvals
        4. Side Effects Associated with Treatments
      3. Opportunities
        1. Expansion into Emerging Markets
        2. Collaboration with Research Institutes
        3. Government Initiatives to Improve Healthcare
        4. Rising Investment in R&D Activities
    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. Gastrointestinal Drugs Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Branded

      2. Generics

    2. Gastrointestinal Drugs Market, By Drug Class, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Aminosalicylates

      2. Digestive enzymes

      3. Proton Pump Inhibitors

      4. Biologics/Biosimilar

      5. Others

    3. Gastrointestinal Drugs Market, By Route of Administration, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Oral

      2. Injectable

      3. Others

    4. Gastrointestinal Drugs Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Crohn's disease

      2. Ulcerative colitis

      3. GERD

      4. IBS

      5. Others

    5. Gastrointestinal Drugs Market, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospital Pharmacies

      2. Retail Pharmacies

      3. Online Pharmacies

    6. Gastrointestinal Drugs 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. Takeda Pharmaceticals
      2. Allergan Plc
      3. Novo Nordisk A/S
      4. AstraZeneca Plc
      5. AbbVie Inc
      6. Valeant Pharmaceuticals Inc
      7. Johnson & Johnson
      8. Bayer AG
      9. Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market