The World Anesthesia Drug Market (General, Local, Adjunctive)

• General Anesthesia
•  Local Anesthesia
•  Adjunctive Therapies in Anesthesia

The report includes statistical information for surgical procedures, incidence of conditions requiring surgery, and other relevant information.  Statistical information is presented as a worldwide overview, with special emphasis on the U.S.   Product chapters in this report provide an overview, description of products on the market, description of products in development, market estimates and forecasts, and competitive analysis of leading providers.  The report also includes current issues and trends affecting the industry.

The information for this report was gathered using both primary and secondary research including comprehensive research of secondary sources such as company literature, databases, investment reports, and medical and business journals. Telephone interviews and email correspondence were the primary method of gathering information. For the purpose of this study Kalorama Information conducted interviews with more than 50 key industry officials, consultants, health care providers, and government personnel.  These sources were the primary basis in gathering information specifically relating to revenue and market share data presented in this report.  Specific interviews with pharmaceutical company representatives included marketing directors, division managers, and product representatives.

There are several issues and trends that are impacting the anesthesia drug market. Many of the issues are centered on safety issues, which are probably one of the most important aspects of the administration of anesthetic agents. This industry is a mature industry so it does not have the typical competitive issues often seen in other pharmaceutical segments. However, there are some issues that concern research and development of promising areas in anesthesia.

Topics included in this section include:

• Introduction
• Regulation of Anesthesia Drugs
• Dentistry and Anesthesia
• Anesthesia and Complications in Pediatric Applications
• Allergic Reactions in Anesthesia ( inc. Propofol Recall)
• Anesthesia and the Benefits to Depression Patients
• Pediatric Studies in Bipolar Disorders
• Anesthesia and Sleep
• Gender Differences in Anesthesia Reaction
• Manufacturing and Supply Issues
• Drug Shortages
• Recreational Use of Anesthetics
• Trends in Conscious Sedation
• Long-term Effects of Anesthesia
• Anesthesia and Numbing Technologies

Several hundred companies compete worldwide in the anesthesia drug market.  Companies in the market consist of large pharmaceutical companies, niche pain management and anesthesia drug manufacturers, and worldwide generic drug providers.