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The consumer health market in Ghana is being transformed by evolving consumer behaviours, technological advancement, regulatory reform and economic dynamics, particularly elevated inflation. The market is increasingly characterised by increased self-care practices, digital integration and a growing preference for herbal/traditional remedies.
Consumer health in 2025: The big picture
Key trends in 2025
Competitive landscape
In what is a relatively fragmented market, Ernest Chemists Limited is Ghana’s leading consumer health company in terms of retail value share, distinguished by its diverse portfolio, trusted brand reputation, and extensive distribution network. The company emphasises affordability and innovation, ensuring its products are accessible to all.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Health industry in Ghana 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.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Analgesics
- Cough, Cold and Allergy Remedies
- Digestive Remedies
- Dermatologicals
- NRT Smoking Cessation Aids
- Sleep Aids
- Eye Care
- Wound Care
- Vitamins
- Dietary Supplements
- Weight Management
- Sports Nutrition
- Herbal/Traditional Products
- Paediatric Consumer Health
If you're in the Consumer Health industry in Ghana, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Consumer Health in Ghana 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 Consumer Health in Ghana?
- Which are the leading brands in Consumer Health in Ghana?
- How are products distributed in Consumer Health in Ghana?
- How has the regulatory and operating environment for Consumer Health changed in Ghana?
- How are considerations such as stress, self-medication and shifting consumer lifestyles shaping demand for Consumer Health
- How significant are wider health concerns and consumer awareness in determining sales?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Consumer Health in Ghana
Consumer health in 2025: The big picture
Key trends in 2025
Rise in self-care and preventive health
Digital health integration gains momentum
Herbal/traditional remedies growing in popularity
Deepening regulatory oversight
Elevated inflation boosts demand for generic medications, herbal options and cheaper local brands
Rising incidence of infectious diseases drives OTC markets
Competitive landscape
Channel developments
What next for consumer health?
Deepening wellness and fitness culture among young, urban consumers
Increased focus on maternal and children’s health
E-commerce to grow in importance
International co-operation could sped up approval of new medicines
Table 1 Sales of Consumer Health by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 2 Sales of Consumer Health by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 3 NBO Company Shares of Consumer Health: % Value 2021-2025
Table 4 LBN Brand Shares of Consumer Health: % Value 2022-2025
Table 5 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2020-2025
Table 6 Distribution of Consumer Health by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 7 Distribution of Consumer Health by Format and Category: % Value 2025
Table 8 Forecast Sales of Consumer Health by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Consumer Health by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Partnerships between local firms and international companies bolster the market
Analgesic abuse a significant public health issue
A relatively fragmented market
Prospects and Opportunities
Increasingly sedentary lifestyles will boost demand
Government support will continue to boost local production
Increase in mobile phone adoption will boost e-commerce
Category Data
Table 10 Sales of Analgesics by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 11 Sales of Analgesics by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 12 NBO Company Shares of Analgesics: % Value 2021-2025
Table 13 LBN Brand Shares of Analgesics: % Value 2022-2025
Table 14 Forecast Sales of Analgesics by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 15 Forecast Sales of Analgesics by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Seasonal illness patterns drive demand for cold and cough remedies
Herbal and natural remedies growing in popularity
Online pharmacies grow in importance
Prospects and Opportunities
Economic instability may boost demand for generic and herbal offerings
Demand for mild pediatric remedies on the rise
Demand for Remedies with Natural ingredients
Category Data
Table 16 Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 17 Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 18 NBO Company Shares of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies: % Value 2021-2025
Table 19 LBN Brand Shares of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies: % Value 2022-2025
Table 20 Forecast Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Changing dietary habits boost sales of digestive remedies
COVID-19 has raised awareness of gastrointestinal health
Pharmacies dominate distribution
Prospects and Opportunities
Rising obesity rates will boost demand
Biodegradable packaging will grow in popularity
Automation of drug manufacturing will improve efficiency
Category Data
Table 22 Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 23 Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 24 NBO Company Shares of Digestive Remedies: % Value 2021-2025
Table 25 LBN Brand Shares of Digestive Remedies: % Value 2022-2025
Table 26 Forecast Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 27 Forecast Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Urbanisation and rising incidence of skin conditions boosting demand
Local brands used to treat conditions like eczema and fungal infections
Pharmacies dominate distribution, but grocery retailers are gaining ground
Prospects and Opportunities
Increased consumer education will boost demand
Unmet demand in rural and peri-urban areas
Growing demand for locally manufactured products
Category Data
Table 28 Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 29 Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 30 NBO Company Shares of Dermatologicals: % Value 2021-2025
Table 31 LBN Brand Shares of Dermatologicals: % Value 2022-2025
Table 32 Forecast Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 33 Forecast Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Road accidents, industrial injuries, and domestic wounds remain significant drivers of demand
Affordability remains a key consideration
Community pharmacies remain the main distribution channel
Prospects and Opportunities
Increased knowledge of wound care practices will boost demand
Rural health campaigns and NGO programmes represent a growth opportunity
Category Data
Table 34 Sales of Wound Care by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 35 Sales of Wound Care by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 36 NBO Company Shares of Wound Care: % Value 2021-2025
Table 37 LBN Brand Shares of Wound Care: % Value 2022-2025
Table 38 Forecast Sales of Wound Care by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 39 Forecast Sales of Wound Care by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
COVID-19 boosts demand for vitamins and dietary supplements
Double-digit inflation leads to more intense price competition
Pharmacies continue to dominate distribution
Prospects and Opportunities
Urbanisation and rapid population growth bode well for demand
Popularity of herbal remedies creates potential for innovation in dietary supplements
Government will continue to encourage local production
Category Data
Table 40 Sales of Vitamins and Dietary Supplements by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 41 Sales of Vitamins and Dietary Supplements by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 42 NBO Company Shares of Vitamins and Dietary Supplements: % Value 2021-2025
Table 43 LBN Brand Shares of Vitamins and Dietary Supplements: % Value 2022-2025
Table 44 Forecast Sales of Vitamins and Dietary Supplements by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 45 Forecast Sales of Vitamins and Dietary Supplements by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Social media underpins robust demand growth
Consumer awareness of weight management products on the rise
Direct selling a key distribution channel
Prospects and Opportunities
Rising obesity will fuel demand growth for weight management
Locally manufactured meal replacement to emerge
Category Data
Table 46 Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 47 Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 48 NBO Company Shares of Weight Management and Wellbeing: % Value 2021-2025
Table 49 LBN Brand Shares of Weight Management and Wellbeing: % Value 2022-2025
Table 50 Forecast Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 51 Forecast Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Energy drinks perceived as a more affordable alternative to sports nutrition
Local brands are emerging
Pharmacies remain the key distribution channel
Prospects and Opportunities
Sports nutrition will remain a niche
Awareness of sports nutrition will remain low outside of urban areas
Category Data
Table 52 Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 53 Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 54 NBO Company Shares of Sports Nutrition: % Value 2021-2025
Table 55 LBN Brand Shares of Sports Nutrition: % Value 2022-2025
Table 56 Forecast Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 57 Forecast Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
Key Data Findings
2025 Developments
Herbal/traditional products deeply embedded in local culture
Open markets the main distribution channel
Herbal Medicine Association formed to raise standards
Prospects and Opportunities
Greater regulation will further boost consumer confidence in herbal/natural products
Packaging will continue to be upgraded
Category Data
Table 58 Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products: Value 2020-2025
Table 59 Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 60 Forecast Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products: Value 2025-2030
Table 61 Forecast Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products: % Value Growth 2025-2030
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Consumer Health
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- Adult Mouth Care
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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
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- Sleep Aids
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- Antihistamines/Allergy Remedies (Systemic)
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- Paediatric Allergy Remedies
- Paediatric Cough/Cold Remedies
- Combination Products - Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies
- Cough Remedies
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- Nasal Sprays
- Oral Decongestants
- Inhalant Decongestants
- Decongestant Rubs
- Nasal Decongestant Drops
- Nasal Decongestant Plasters
- Medicated Confectionery
- Pharyngeal Preparations
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- Medicated Shampoos
- Topical Antifungals
- Vaginal Antifungals
- Hair Loss Treatments
- Nappy (Diaper) Rash Treatments
- Antiparasitics/Lice (Head and Body) Treatments
- Antipruritics
- Cold Sore Treatments
- Haemorrhoid Treatments
- Paediatric Dermatologicals
- Topical Allergy Remedies/Antihistamines
- Topical Germicidals/Antiseptics
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- Paediatric Diarrhoeal Remedies
- Paediatric Indigestion and Heartburn Remedies
- Paediatric Laxatives
- Paediatric Motion Sickness Remedies
- Diarrhoeal Remedies
- IBS Treatments
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- Antacids
- Antiflatulents
- Digestive Enzymes
- H2 Blockers
- Proton Pump Inhibitors
- Laxatives
- Motion Sickness Remedies
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- Emergency Contraception
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- Allergy Eye Care
- Standard Eye Care
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- NRT Gum
- NRT Inhalators
- NRT Lozenges
- NRT Patches
- Other NRT
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- First Aid Kits
- Gauze, Tape and Other Wound Care
- Sticking Plasters/Adhesive Bandages
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- Protein/Energy Bars
- Sports Protein Powder
- Sports Protein RTD
- Sports Non-Protein Products
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- Combination Dietary Supplements
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- Aloe
- Combination Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements
- Cranberry
- Echinacea
- Evening Primrose Oil
- Garlic
- Ginkgo Biloba
- Ginseng
- St John's Wort
- Other Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements
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- Co-Enzyme Q10
- Combination Non-Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements
- Eye Health Supplements
- Fish Oils/Omega Fatty Acids
- Glucosamine
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- Calcium Supplements
- Mineral Supplements
- Probiotic Supplements
- Protein Supplements
- Other Non-Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements
- Paediatric Vitamins and Dietary Supplements
- Tonics
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- Multivitamins
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- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Other Single Vitamins
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- Meal Replacement
- OTC Obesity
- Slimming Teas
- Supplement Nutrition Drinks
- Weight Loss Supplements
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- Herbal/Traditional Topical Analgesics
- Herbal/Traditional Sleep Aids
- Herbal/Traditional Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies
- Herbal/Traditional Digestive Remedies
- Herbal/Traditional Dermatologicals
- Herbal/Traditional Paediatric Dietary Supplements
- Herbal/Traditional Dietary Supplements
- Herbal/Traditional Tonics
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- Allergy Eye Care
- Antihistamines/Allergy Remedies (Systemic)
- Paediatric Allergy Remedies
- Topical Allergy Remedies/Antihistamines
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- Paediatric Acetaminophen
- Paediatric Aspirin
- Paediatric Combination Products - Analgesics
- Paediatric Dipyrone
- Paediatric Ibuprofen
- Paediatric Naproxen
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- Paediatric Allergy Remedies
- Paediatric Cough/Cold Remedies
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- Paediatric Diarrhoeal Remedies
- Paediatric Indigestion and Heartburn Remedies
- Paediatric Laxatives
- Paediatric Motion Sickness Remedies
- Paediatric Dermatologicals
- Nappy (Diaper) Rash Treatments
- Paediatric Vitamins and Dietary Supplements
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Consumer Health
It is the aggregation of OTC, Vitamins and Dietary Supplements (VDS), Sports Nutrition, and Weight Management and Wellbeing
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