PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Analgesics set for continued growth despite the challenges facing the market
Analgesics is expected to see continued growth, with cooler-than-usual spring periods and a subsequent increase in cases of cold and flu are contributing to minor spikes in demand. Prescribed SKUs still dominate France’s analgesics market, but the self-medication trend is progressing fairly rapidly, particularly in the case of acetaminophen.
Fears of shortages over as France looks to invest in local production
The medicine shortages seen in France in the latter years of the review period mainly affected prescription drugs, while OTC analgesics were largely unaffected. Although paediatric acetaminophen was previously in short supply the supply chain has since stabilised.
Herbal/traditional products could gain ground while the distribution landscape will remain under debate
In terms of new product development and innovation, there is a growing focus on herbal/traditional topical analgesics. For instance, innovations like Nociceptol Spray offer easy application and combine natural ingredients for fast relief.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Analgesics industry in France with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Analgesics industry in France, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Analgesics in France report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Analgesics in France?
- Which are the leading brands in Analgesics in France?
- How are products distributed in Analgesics in France?
- How has the regulatory and operating environment for Analgesics changed in France?
- How are considerations such as stress, self-medication and shifting consumer lifestyles shaping demand for Analgesics
- How significant are wider health concerns and consumer awareness in determining sales?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Analgesics in France - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Analgesics continues to report healthy growth in 2025
Doliprane remains on top while ibuprofen brands suffer from negative media articles
Pharmacies and e-commerce monopolise distribution despite campaign to ease restrictions
Analgesics set for continued growth despite the challenges facing the market
Fears of shortages over as France looks to invest in local production
Herbal/traditional products could gain ground while the distribution landscape will remain under debate
Consumer Health in France - Industry Overview
Consumer Health in 2025: The big picture
Key trends in 2025
Competitive landscape
Channel developments
What next for Consumer Health?
OTC registration and classification
Vitamins and dietary supplements registration and classification
Self-medication/self-care and preventive medicine
Switches
DISCLAIMER
DEFINITIONS
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Analgesics
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- Adult Acetaminophen
- Adult Aspirin
- Adult Combination Products - Analgesics
- Adult Diclofenac
- Adult Dipyrone
- Adult Ibuprofen
- Adult Ketoprofen
- Adult Naproxen
- Adult OTC Triptans
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- Paediatric Acetaminophen
- Paediatric Aspirin
- Paediatric Combination Products - Analgesics
- Paediatric Dipyrone
- Paediatric Ibuprofen
- Paediatric Naproxen
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- Acetaminophen
- Aspirin
- Combination Products - Analgesics
- Diclofenac
- Dipyrone
- Ibuprofen
- Ketoprofen
- Naproxen
- OTC Triptans
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- Topical Analgesics/Anaesthetic
Analgesics
Analgesics cover systemic and topical pain relievers. Products which include a pain-relief ingredient in addition to another core function are excluded (e.g. a sore throat remedy which includes paracetamol is excluded from the analgesics and instead is included in pharyngeal remedies).
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