Stool Softeners Market Scope
Stool softeners, also known as emollient laxatives, are OTC medications that soften hard stools. Unlike other types of laxatives, which stimulate the digestive tract or draw water into the intestine to induce a bowel movement, stool softeners work by increasing the moisture in stools, making them easier to pass. People who should avoid straining during bowel movements due to heart issues, hemorrhoids, and other difficulties take stool softeners on a short-term basis to treat constipation. They operate by softening stools and making them passable. Stool softeners pull water from the intestines to keep the stool soft. Stool softeners are available in capsule, tablet, liquid, and syrup forms. Typically, a stool softener is taken before going to bed. Stool softeners should be used exactly as directed. taking more or less of it, a stool softener is harmful to health.
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Study Period | 2017-2027 |
Base Year | 2021 |
Unit | Value (USD N) |
Key Companies Profiled | Avrio Health L.P (United States), Bayer AG (Germany), Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Germany), Patheon Soft Gels B.V. (Netherland), Glaxo Smith Kline (United Kingdom), Phillips (Netherland), Berkley & Jensen (United States), Rugby Laboratories, Inc. Jensen (United States), CVS Pharmacy (United States), Familiy Wellness (United States) and Topco Associates LLC (United States) |
CAGR | 6.9% |
The key manufacturers in the market focus on developing the easy availability of stools softeners over the counter. That's why they focus on one of the most important components for carriers to get ahead with an innovative digital distribution model. Research Analyst at AMA estimates that United States Players will contribute to the maximum growth of Global Stool Softeners market throughout the predicted period.
Avrio Health L.P (United States), Bayer AG (Germany), Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Germany), Patheon Soft Gels B.V. (Netherland), Glaxo Smith Kline (United Kingdom), Phillips (Netherland), Berkley & Jensen (United States), Rugby Laboratories, Inc. Jensen (United States), CVS Pharmacy (United States), Familiy Wellness (United States) and Topco Associates LLC (United States) are some of the key players that are part of study coverage.
About Approach
The research aims to propose a patent-based approach in searching for potential technology partners as a supporting tool for enabling open innovation. The study also proposes a systematic searching process of technology partners as a preliminary step to select the emerging and key players that are involved in implementing market estimations. While patent analysis is employed to overcome the aforementioned data- and process-related limitations, as expenses occurred in that technology allows us to estimate the market size by evolving segments as target market from the total available market.
Segmentation Overview
The study have segmented the market of Global Stool Softeners market by Type and Region with country level break-up.
On the basis of geography, the market of Stool Softeners has been segmented into South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Rest of Europe), MEA (Middle East, Africa), North America (United States, Canada, Mexico).
region held largest market share in the year 2021.
Market Leaders and their expansionary development strategies
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In October 2021- Phillip introduced the new Stool Softener Liquid Gels which are designed to work with the body's natural process to gently relieve occasional constipation with results occurring in 12 to 72 hours. These convenient, easy-to-swallow liquid gels help soften stools, making it more comfortable to produce a bowel movement.
“As per US National Library of Medicine, National Institute of Health, Medical Management of Constipation, Constipation is a common clinical problem. Initial management of chronic constipation should include lifestyle maneuvers, and increased fiber and fluids. Constipation should be treated with lifestyle changes, confirmation of their notion of a healthy or "regular" bowel movement, and biofeedback at first. Constipation can be worsened by stress or be a symptom of mental instability, therefore it's important to identify people who require psychological assistance. Patients should be urged to defecate on a regular basis, to sit in correct postures, and to keep track of their bowel habits by keeping a diary of their stool' characteristics to assess and direct therapeutic actions. A high-fiber diet, plenty of water, and fruits are just a few of the dietary changes that may be made.”
Stool Softeners Market Dynamics:
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Trends Influencing Market | - Rising adoption of a sedentary lifestyle
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Key Restraints | - Alternative available options such as home remedies and herbal remedies can constrain the Stool Softeners market
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Challenges | - Side-effect associated with softeners such as electrolyte misbalance and acid-base balance in the gut can hinder the Stool Softeners Market
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Market Opportunities | - Easy availability of softener medicines will grow the Stool Softeners Market
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Key Target Audience
Stool Softeners Manufactures, Stool Softeners Distributors and Suppliers, Stool Softeners International Traders, Research and Development Institutes, Financial Institutes and Investors, Regulatory Bodies, Downstream and Upstream Buyers and Others