Saline Laxatives Market - Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast to 2026

Saline Laxatives Market - Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast to 2026

Saline laxatives are used to treat constipation or to cleanse the colon in preparation for a colonoscopy. Saline laxative work by absorbing water into the intestine, which softens the stool. These drugs rapidly increase the frequency of complete bowel actions, reduce constipation-associated symptoms and improve disease-related quality of life. Mild saline laxatives such as milk of magnesia and oral magnesium hydroxide have been used to treat constipation during pregnancy.
Market Dynamics
Increasing number of constipation incidences coupled with rising geriatric population base worldwide is the major factor driving the saline laxatives market growth. Low fluid and fibre diet intake may also play a major role in onset of constipation. According to the AGA Journal 2011 data, constipation affects 12% to 19% of Americans every year; its prevalence increases with age and it affects women more than men. Constipation causes psychological impairment, social distress, sexual dysfunction, altered interpersonal relationship, and impairment in quality of life. It has a major impact on social and economic burden. As per U.S. FDA, Americans spend more than US$ 700 million annually on over-the-counter laxatives.
Constipation during pregnancy is a common problem. According to the BMC journal 2012 data, the reported prevalence of constipation in pregnant women varies between 11 to 38% and occurs mostly during the third trimester, although symptoms can be present from 12 weeks gestation. However, most obstetricians advise avoiding laxatives during pregnancy and prescribe stool softeners instead due to its potential side effects.
Side effects associated with over dose of saline laxative including cathartic colon, intestinal paralysis, lazy or laxative gut, pancreatitis, irritable bowel syndrome can confine the saline laxative market growth during the forecast period. In 2014, the FDA issued a warning about the use of saline laxatives. Saline laxatives that contain the active ingredient sodium phosphate can lead to abnormal levels of electrolytes, dehydration, heart and kidney problems, and death.
Key features of the study:

This report provides in-depth analysis of the saline laxatives market, market size (US$ Mn), and Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR (%)) for the forecast period: 2019 – 2026, considering 2018, as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunity across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by leading players
It profiles key players in the global saline laxatives market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments, and strategies
Key players covered as a part of this study include Beutlich Pharmaceuticals LLC, Bayer AG, C.B. Fleet Company, Inc., Salix Pharmaceuticals, Safeway Inc., Supervalu Inc., The Kroger Company, and Walgreen Co.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and management authorities of companies to make informed decision with respect to their future product launch, governmental initiatives, technological up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global saline laxatives market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry, including investors, product manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers for saline laxatives market, research and consulting firms, new entrants, and financial analysts

Detailed Segmentation:

Global Saline Laxatives Market, By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

Global Saline Laxatives Market, By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

Global Saline Laxatives Market, By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Global Saline Laxatives Market, By Region:

North America

By Country:

U.S.
Canada

By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Europe

By Country:

U.K.
Germany
Italy
Spain
France
Russia
Rest of Europe

By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Asia Pacific

By Country:

Australia
India
China
Japan
ASEAN
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific

By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Latin America

By Country:

Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Rest of Latin America

By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Middle East

By Country:

GCC
Israel
Rest of Middle East

By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Africa

By Country:

South Africa
Central Africa
North Africa

By Age Group:

Pediatric
Adult

By Route of Administration:

Oral
Rectal

By Distribution Channel:

Hospital Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacy
Online Pharmacy

Company Profiles

Beutlich Pharmaceuticals LLC*

Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Highlights
Strategies

Bayer AG
B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Salix Pharmaceuticals
Safeway Inc.
Supervalu Inc.
The Kroger Company
Walgreen Co.

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.