Consumer health in 2024: The big picture
The consumer health market in Singapore experienced positive growth in current value terms in 2024, driven by a growing focus on holistic health among consumers across various demographics. Singaporeans are increasingly attentive to their health, particularly in terms of preventive measures, including regular exercise, balanced diets, and consistent intake of vitamins, especially those which claim to boost the immune system.
2024 key trends
In Singapore, there is a growing emphasis on preventive healthcare, with consumers prioritising lifestyle habits that support long-term wellbeing. In 2023, the government launched the “Healthier SG” initiative to encourage proactive health management, including regular screenings, healthy living, and effective chronic disease management.
Competitive landscape
The consumer health market in Singapore remains highly fragmented, with leading conventional brand owners, such as GSK Consumer Healthcare Singapore Pte Ltd, ONI Global Pte Ltd and Cerebos Pacific Ltd, dominating specific categories in which they have established strengths. For instance, GSK is prominent in the OTC segment, while Cerebos Pacific Ltd primarily focuses on tonics.
Retailing developments
Offline retail continues to be the dominant battleground for consumer health products in Singapore, with consumers favouring in-person interactions, especially for OTC products, where they can consult with pharmacists to make informed decisions. Moreover, since health and personal care stores and pharmacies are mostly located within walking distance of work and residential spaces, local consumers are more likely to purchase directly from bricks-and-mortar stores than via online channels.
What next for consumer health?
The market for consumer health in Singapore is set to continue to evolve over the forecast period. The holistic health approach, which emphasises overall wellbeing rather than merely treating illness, is likely to remain prominent, spurred by an ageing population keen on maintaining health and longevity.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Health industry in Singapore 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 Singapore, 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 Singapore 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 Singapore?
- Which are the leading brands in Consumer Health in Singapore?
- How are products distributed in Consumer Health in Singapore?
- How has the regulatory and operating environment for Consumer Health changed in Singapore?
- 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 Singapore
Consumer health in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for consumer health?
OTC registration and classification
Vitamins and dietary supplements registration and classification
Self-medication/self-care and preventive medicine
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DEFINITIONS
Analgesics in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Demand for systemic analgesics continues to normalise with acetaminophen remaining the preferred choice
Continued healthy growth for topical analgesics, driven by revival of inbound travel and growing demand for natural pain relief solutions
GSK Consumer Healthcare maintains leadership, despite rising competition
Demand for systemic analgesics will remain strong, alongside normalisation of consumer lifestyles
Evolving demographics will enable stable growth in topical analgesics/anaesthetic
Rise of teleconsulting could hinder sales of OTC analgesics
Sleep Aids in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Melatonin remains the key ingredient in sleep aids in Singapore
Singaporeans struggle with sleep deprivation in context of stressful lifestyles
Rising preference for herbal/traditional formulations
Sleep aids poised for further growth amid rising incidence of sleep disorders, although sales could be impacted by holistic health trends
Consumers look to vitamins and dietary supplements to combat insomnia
Rise in cases of sleep apnoea may limit demand for sleep aids
Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Preventive health mindset remains strong in 2024
Inconsistent air quality drives increased use of nasal sprays
Herbal remedies adapt to on-the-go lifestyles
Shift towards holistic health could drive demand for more natural or preventive remedies
Rising haze levels could have negative impact on respiratory health
Demand for antihistamines is expected to rise, in line with changing lifestyles
Dermatologicals in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Dermatologicals shows mixed performance, with growth led by medicated shampoos
Waning demand for topical antifungals, despite climate effects
Decline in demand for nappy (diaper) rash treatments, despite positive associations of “Year of the Dragon”
Continued growth for dermatologicals, driven by rising levels of health-consciousness and shifting demographics
Alternative hair loss treatments could hinder the growth of traditional solutions
Dermatological brands increasingly embrace digital strategies as consumers seek authentic skin care journeys
Digestive Remedies in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Rising demand for digestive remedies as dining habits shift post-pandemic
Focus on preventive health increases demand for vitamins over digestive remedies
Singaporeans continue to place strong trust in herbal/traditional diarrhoeal remedies
Preference for holistic health solutions could hamper sales of digestive remedies
Increasingly sophisticated weight management products may pose competitive threat to laxatives
Growing interest in probiotics will suppress demand for digestive remedies
Eye Care in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Rising screen time drives increased demand for eye care products
Ageing population boosts sales
Steady growth in allergy eye care products
Persistent screen exposure will drive continued demand for eye care products
Singapore’s ongoing battle with myopia will present opportunities for eye care manufacturers
Rising reliance on eye health supplements may limit growth of standard eye care products
NRT Smoking Cessation Aids in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Public education and awareness campaigns encourage more people to quit smoking
Rise in vaping challenges effectiveness of NRT smoking cessation aids in Singapore
Large pharmaceutical companies maintain their leading positions
Desire to reduce cigarette consumption will drive demand
Regional approach will be needed to tackle cigarette alternatives
Government initiatives to curtail smoking could have impact on NRT smoking cessation products
Wound Care in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Growing interest in exercise among Singaporean professionals drives wound care demand
Market is characterised by polarised demands, with private label gaining traction
Wound care products are positioned as convenient add-ons in retail e-commerce
Wound care will continue to see solid growth, driven by health-conscious lifestyles
Technological advancements will fuel category expansion
Market will remain dominated by basic products
Sports Nutrition in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Sports nutrition products continue to gain momentum, as local consumers pursue active lifestyles
Shift towards non-protein products targeted at boosting endurance
Blurring of lines between sports nutrition and other product categories
Government initiatives promoting regular exercise will ensure that demand for sports nutrition remains high
More diverse formats and plant-based options will drive growth
Expected shift towards online purchasing, driven by convenience and bulky nature of sports nutrition offerings
Dietary Supplements in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Growing interest in gut health drives growth in probiotic supplements
Combination dietary supplements offer targeted wellness solutions
Retailers offer more bundle offers to appeal to price-sensitive consumers
Rising demand for dietary supplements in Singapore’s ageing society
Holistic beauty trend could fuel growth
Private label offerings are poised to gain momentum
Vitamins in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Multivitamins remain popular choice for general health improvement
Continued strong demand for vitamin D
Chewable vitamins continue to grow in popularity
Positive outlook for vitamins, alongside growing interest in preventive health
Affordability concerns will continue to impact consumer behaviour
Blurring of lines between dietary supplements and vitamins
Weight Management and Wellbeing in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Decline in demand for weight loss supplement amid regulatory actions
Shift towards holistic health in marketing practices
Direct selling dominates weight management and wellbeing in Singapore, as potential health risks associated with online purchases affect consumer confidence
Development and availability of GLP-1 products could have adverse effect on weight management and wellbeing market
Shift towards holistic approach to weight management
Domestic e-commerce growth will continue, while cross-border sales will challenge licenced distributors
Herbal/Traditional Products in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Local consumers’ trust in traditional/herbal remedies remains high
Topical analgesics leads growth
Eu Yan Sang and Hockhua Tonic provide gateway to traditional products
Evolving demographics will boost demand for herbal/traditional topical analgesics
Herbal/traditional dietary supplements will benefit from holistic approach to health
Players will need to address consumer concerns over safety and transparency
Paediatric Consumer Health in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Limited availability of products specifically targeted at children
Growing popularity of alternative formats in paediatric vitamins and dietary supplements
International brands dominate in paediatric vitamins and dietary supplements
Auspicious birth year in 2024 bodes well for future of paediatric consumer health
Alternative sweeteners may grow in popularity due to parental concerns regarding sugar intake
Lack of eye care supplements for children offers growth opportunities
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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