Global Sulfonylureas Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Drug;

Sulfonylureas.

By Indication;

Diabetes and Others.

By End-Users;

Hospitals, Specialty Clinics, Homecare, and Others.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn135501688 Published Date: March, 2025 Updated Date: April, 2025

Introduction

Global Sulfonylureas Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Sulfonylureas Market was valued at USD 7,072.18 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 8,753.79 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.1%.

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the Sulfonylureas market, primarily due to the heightened awareness of diabetes prevalence among hospitalized COVID-19 patients. The recognition that optimal glycemic control could potentially improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital stays underscored the importance of the oral anti-diabetic drugs market. Individuals with diabetes, known to have compromised immune systems, faced exacerbated conditions with COVID-19 complications, escalating the demand for effective management strategies. Moreover, diabetes and uncontrolled hyperglycemia emerged as significant risk factors for adverse outcomes in COVID-19 patients, further fueling the growth of the sulfonylureas market worldwide.

Sulfonylureas, oral anti-diabetic drugs utilized in treating type 2 diabetes, play a crucial role in regulating chronically high blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin release in the body. The World Health Assembly's May 2021 Resolution on strengthening diabetes prevention and control emphasized enhancing access to medicines for diabetes treatment, highlighting the pivotal role of sulfonylureas and similar drugs in combating this global health challenge. Additionally, initiatives like exploring web-based tools to enhance market transparency for diabetes medicines signify a concerted effort to address the growing burden of diabetes worldwide.

According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), the global adult diabetes population reached approximately 537 million in 2021, with projections indicating a surge to 643 million by 2030. This rise is largely attributed to factors such as increasing rates of obesity, unhealthy dietary habits, and sedentary lifestyles, leading to a higher incidence of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes cases. The escalating prevalence of diabetes, coupled with rising healthcare expenditures globally, signals a growing demand for anti-diabetic drugs, including sulfonylureas. Moreover, ongoing technological advancements and innovations in drug formulations continue to enhance treatment options, further driving the evolution of the anti-diabetic pharmaceutical market.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Drug
    2. Market Snapshot, By Indication
    3. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global Sulfonylureas Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Rising Diabetes Prevalence
        2. Cost-effectiveness
        3. Cost-effectiveness
      2. Restraints
        1. Safety Concerns
        2. Limited Efficacy
        3. Side Effects
      3. Opportunities
        1. Developing Markets
        2. Combination Therapies
        3. Research & Development
    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. Global Sulfonylureas Market, By Drug, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Sulfonylureas
    2. Global Sulfonylureas Market, By Indication , 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Diabetes
      2. Others
    3. Global Sulfonylureas 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. Kern
      2. Mylan
      3. Abbott
      4. Takeda
      5. Normon
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market