Pharmacoeconomic Analysis of Fixed-Dose Combinations of Proton Pump Inhibitors Available in India

Abstract

The global proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) market was valued at US$ 2.9 billion in 2020 and is expected to exhibit a compound aggregated growth rate of 4.30% during the forecast period (2020-2027), as they are regularly prescribed for many gastrointestinal disorders, and the treatment usually lasts for a longer period. PPIs are usually combined with antiemetics and prokinetic drugs. The price of PPIs for the same combination varies a lot, which can lead to a lot of financial burden on the patients.