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Gout Market Share

ID: MRFR//4453-CR | 128 Pages | Author: Rahul Gotadki| August 2023

Lifestyle factors like prevalence of metabolic disorders and treatment advancements are some of the notable changes that have taken place within the Gout Market. Subsequently, a huge demand has emerged with respect to effective treatments relating to gouts which is a kind of inflammatory arthritis that results from accumulation of uric acid crystals around joints. The most significant trend in this market is the growing range of pharmacologic interventions available for managing gout. In that, NSAIDS, colchicine have been traditional therapies but now another category known as urate-lowering agents such as xanthine oxidase inhibitors or uricosuric agents are coming up changing this industry so much so that there are many different options open to patients.

Furthermore, in the Gout Market, people are becoming more aware of how lifestyle adjustments contribute to gout management. A diet characterized by purine-rich foods particularly combined with excessive alcohol intake play a crucial role in aggravating gout. For this reason, patient education has become increasingly important regarding dietary choices, weight reduction and adjustment in lifestyle to reduce frequency and intensity of gout attacks. This reflects the broader trend towards preventive health care and patient empowerment.

The market is also witnessing a shift towards advanced imaging techniques such as dual energy computed tomography (dect) for diagnosis and monitoring of gout. Its usage offers more accurate visualization of urate crystals deposits in joints which aids early detection and treatment planning. The adoption of sophisticated diagnostic tools helps in the better control the disease thus aligning with general use technology for precision medicine.

In shaping the Gout Market, collaborations and partnerships between pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare providers are very important. Such collaborations create an enabling environment that enhances research through sharing knowledge resources and skills aimed at bringing new therapies for sale into the market among others things through these innovative therapies as well as diagnostic technologies. In addition, increased investments in clinical trials have been driving some evidence-based interventions hence further influencing market structure.

Telemedicine together with mobile applications is taking center stage in managing gout as digital health solutions gain prominence. Such technologies enable remote consultations, monitoring together with educating patients thereby increasing access to specialized care while improving overall healthcare delivery. It should be understood that incorporating technological advances into gout management supports wider objectives within healthcare such as improved patient involvement along with efficiency gains.

Globally there is an increase in prevalence rates due to changing demographics namely old age; because people get old they are now exposed to higher risk factors for developing diseases such as gout whose cases keep escalating over time due to an ever growing population of older adults worldwide. Furthermore; medical practitioners have realized that gout is associated with other comorbidities such as cardiovascular diseases as well as metabolic disorders making a holistic approach paramount in gout management.

Global Gout Market Overview


Gout Market size was valued at USD 4.57 billion in 2022. The gout market industry is projected to grow from USD 5.07 billion in 2023 to USD 11.13 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.75% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032).


Increasing prevalence of gout is driving the market growth.


Gout Market


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Gout Market Trends



  • Increasing prevalence of gout to boost the growth of the market.


Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects men over the age of 40, who have a high amount of uric acid in their blood. According to studies, its prevalence and incidence have increased in the last few decades. The rising prevalence of gout due to changing lifestyle patterns and the growing geriatric population is expected to boost market growth over the forecast period. For instance, as per the article published by the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases in June 2021, a nationwide cohort study using data from the Clinical Practice Research Datalink, from 1997 to across the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 observed that the prevalence rate of gout has increased from 0.98%in 1997 to 2.33% in 2021. However, according to the same source, the incidence of gout increased by 0.98/1,000 persons in UK 2021. Therefore, the burden of gout is expected to increase the demand for drugs treating this condition, which is anticipated to propel the market growth over the forecast period.


Gout Market Segment Insights


Gout Technology Insights


The Gout Market segmentation, based on treatment and diagnosis, includes diagnosis, treatment. The treatment segment is further sub segmented into NSAIDs, corticosteroids, colchicine, urate-lowering agents, and others. The treatment segment is to hold the majority share in 2022 in the Gout Market revenue due to treatment segment includes different drugs namely NSAIDs, corticosteroids, colchicine, urate-lowering agents, and others. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are members of a therapeutic drug class that reduces pain, inflammation, fever, and blood clots. Corticosteroids, also known as steroids, are anti-inflammatory medications used to treat a variety of conditions. Colchicine is used to prevent gout attacks in adults (abnormally high levels of a substance called uric acid in the blood cause sudden, severe pain in one or more joints).  Urate-lowering therapies for gout are broadly classified as xanthine oxidase inhibitors (allopurinol and febuxostat), uricosuric agents (benzbromarone and probenecid), and recombinant uricases.


April 2019: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved GLOPERBA (colchicine) to treat adult gout flare-ups.


Gout Application Insights


The Gout Market segmentation is based on applications that include acute gout and chronic gout. The acute gout segment has dominated the market in 2022 due to the Acute gout attacks are distinguished by their rapid onset and progression, with joint pain typically peaking within 24 hours of the attack's onset. Without intervention, an acute attack usually begins to fade after 5 to 12 days, but complete resolution may take longer in some patients. Furthermore, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or corticosteroids are used as first-line therapy for acute gout, depending on comorbidities; colchicine is used as second-line therapy.


March 2020: Horizon Therapeutics plc launched Down and Out Kidney, an operation to feature the damaging effects combined with the collection of uric acid and gout in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).


FIGURE 2: GOUT MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2022 & 2032 (USD BILLION)


GOUT MARKET, BY APPLICATION, 2022 & 2032


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review


Gout End User Insights


The Gout Market segmentation is based on hospitals & clinics, specialty centers, and others. The hospitals & clinics segment have dominated the market in 2021 and is projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period, 2023- 2032. This is due to the availability of better medical facilities, proficient medical staff, and large number of patient pool. A doctor or a team of doctors who specialize in the care of gout patients should diagnose and treat the disease. This is significant because the signs and symptoms of gout are not specific and can resemble those of other inflammatory diseases. Rheumatologists are doctors who specialize in gout and other types of arthritis. For instance, according to a study conducted by NCBI, up to 18% of gout patients are hospitalized each year (all causes), making hospitalization an important potential exposure at the population level.


March 2022: Atom Bioscience reported the progressive results of a randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2a clinical trial of ABP-671 to treat chronic gout.


Gout Regional Insights


By Region, the study segments the market into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World.


The North America region segmented into US, and Canada. The North America region held the largest market share in the Gout Market and market is accounted for USD 1.80 billion in 2022 and is expected to exhibit a 12.03% CAGR during the study period. Further, in the North America region the US gout market accounted for the largest market share. This is attributed to the increasing prevalence of gout, growing adoption of biologics, and rising R&D activities on regenerative medicines. Moreover, the growing awareness about the health & accessibility of new treatment methods, the presence of well-developed healthcare infrastructure, and the rapid adoption of advanced medical technologies in the region drive the regional market growth during the forecast period.


In 2021, as per the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network, an estimated 9.2 million people are affected by gout in the US, and it is more common in men and older people. The rising prevalence of gout demands effective treatment such as NSAIDs, corticosteroids, colchicine, urate-lowering agents, and others for treating this condition. In addition, the rising product launches are also contributing to market growth over the forecast period.


Further, the major countries studied are the U.S., Canada, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 3: GLOBAL GOUT SHARE (%) BY REGION 2022


GOUT SHARE (%) BY REGION 2022


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review


Europe gout market is expected to account for the second-largest market share due to the accessibility to advanced diagnosis & treatment facilities, the rising geriatric population prone to gout is driving up demand for effective treatment & therapeutics, and growing healthcare expenditure. For instance, according to the Eurostat database, healthcare expenditure was USD 176.61 billion in 2021.


Owing to rising healthcare expenditure also increases the company activities and government initiatives in developing effective diagnoses and treatment & therapeutics for gout, the Italy gout market is expected to be fastest growing market in the European region, followed by UK gout market. These factors are anticipated to positively impact the growth of the gout market. Additionally, improving government initiatives & healthcare frameworks and the presence of government organizations are boosting the growth of the gout market in Europe.


The Asia-Pacific gout market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.12% from 2023 to 2032. This is due to factors such as improving healthcare infrastructure, growing investment by major players with local manufacturers, and the increasing patient population suffering from gout. For instance, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, in 2018, an estimated 4.5% of Australians have gout. Gout is more common in males than females almost 8 in 10 (79%) people with gout are males. Hence, the rise in patients suffering from gout drives the market growth in the region as gout medications such as allopurinol, febuxostat, and probenecid among others are extensively used to reduce uric acid levels in the blood. This can help reduce the number of future flares and make them less severe. Additionally, the availability of technical expertise, reduced cost of labor, and funding from governments for R&D investment to accelerate new product development have made Asia-Pacific the most favored region for outsourcing manufacturing services.


The Rest of the World includes the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Middle East hold the major market share in middle east and Africa region due to limited healthcare infrastructure, a dearth of awareness regarding the symptoms of the disease, and a lack of skilled professionals to manufacture gout therapeutics drugs are restricting the growth of the gout market in Sub-Saharan Africa. Additionally, low healthcare expenditure and unstable political situations are also affecting the market growth to an extent in the Middle East. However, growing healthcare infrastructure, increasing government initiatives for improving the healthcare sector, and the growing geriatric population in the Middle East region are likely to favor market growth.


Gout Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


The Gout Market is distinguished by the presence of numerous global, regional, and local players catering to the increasing prevalence of gout, rising healthcare expenditure, and increasing research and development activities. However, the side effects of gout therapeutic drugs and the lack of awareness among people may hamper the growth of the Gout Market. The major players have adopted a strategy of obtaining regulatory approval from government agencies for their products to broaden their reach.


The Gout Market is extremely competitive, with players competing, partnering, and investing heavily in research and development to gain a significant market share. The market is moderately fragmented with rising competition, product launches, increasing collaborative partnerships, and other strategic decisions to achieve operational efficiency.


The business model developed by manufacturers in the Gout Market includes offering high-quality products. The growth of prominent industry players is dependent on various factors, such as market conditions, government support, and industry development. Key players in the gout market are focusing on offering high-quality products to their customers. It is also projected that a rising number of strategic initiatives will boost the market's growth in the upcoming future.


Key Companies in the Gout Market Include.



  • Novartis AG (Switzerland)

  • Lannett (US)

  • Horizon Therapeutics plc (US)

  • Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Japan)

  • GlaxoSmithKline plc (UK)

  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc (US)

  • Teijin Limited (Japan)

  • Viatris Inc (US)

  • Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH (Germany)

  • ROMEG Therapeutics, LLC (US)


Gout Industry Developments


March 2023: Selecta Biosciences, Inc revealed positive results for the Phase 3 DISSOLVE I & II placebo-controlled randomized clinical trials of SEL-212. SEL-212 is used for chronic refractory gout.


July 2022: The company received expanded FDA approval for Krystexxa for patients with uncontrolled gout. It is used in combination with immunotherapy and chemotherapy drug, methotrexate.


July 2022: ROMEG Therapeutics, LLC (US) and Scilex Holding Company (US) enters into an agreement for an exclusive license to market Gloperba, an FDA-approved preventative medication for excruciating gout flare-ups in adults, in the US.


April 2019: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved GLOPERBA (colchicine) to treat adult gout flare-ups.


March 2022: the United States Food and Drug Administration approved Strides Pharma's Colchicine tablets USP, 0.6 mg, used for the treatment and prevention of gout.


Gout Market Segmentation


Gout Treatment and Diagnosis Outlook



  • Diagnosis


  • Treatment

    • NSAIDs

    • Corticosteroids

    • Colchicine

    • Urate-Lowering Agents

    • Others




Gout Application Outlook



  • Acute Gout

  • Chronic Gout


Gout End User Outlook



  • Hospitals & Clinics

  • Specialty Centers

  • Others


Gout Regional Outlook




  • North America

    • US

    • Canada




  • Europe

    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe




  • Asia-Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific




  • Middle East and Africa

    • Middle East

    • Africa



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