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Strategy Briefing
A Global Update on OTC Switches
54 pages, Aug 2010
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The environment for OTC switches is changing dramatically as the synergy forces of public health systems, regulatory agencies, the pharmaceutical industry, the health workforce, and consumers continue to evolve together to improve health around the world. Euromonitor International takes a look at current developments in OTC switching activities, and their implications on the future of consumer health.
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Overview
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Gain competitive intelligence about market leaders. Track key industry trends, opportunities and threats. Inform your marketing, brand, strategy and market development, sales and supply functions.
What this report includes
- Up-to-the minute analysis of the latest trends in the industry
- New product development, forecasts and other themes
- Unique graphics and illustrated case studies
- Most recent brand and company news
- New insight into the size and shape of the market
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Introduction
Scope
Objectives and Parameters
Key Insights
Current Issues Around OTC Switches
The Pressing Issues Surrounding OTC Switching Activity
Review of the Main Aspects of an OTC Switch
List of Attractive Reasons for OTC Switches
Trouble Areas for OTC Switches
Dilemma: Finding the Right Balance of Risk vs. Benefit
The Strategy Game in OTC Switches
Trends in the Regulatory Environment
Pharmacovigilance, Reimbursement and Authorisation
Country Switch Updates and Classifications
Regional Activity and Issues with Dietary Supplements
Advertising to the Consumer in a Digital Era
The Predicament of Under-the-Counter (UTC) Sales (1)
The Predicament of Under-the-Counter (UTC) Sales (2)
From OTC to BTC Trends
The Role of Pharmacists and BTC trends
OTC to Rx Switch (Reverse Switch) Trends
OTC Switch Update
The Evolution of Relevant OTC Switch Categories
Relevant OTC Switches 2008-2010 (1)
Relevant OTC Switches 2008-2010 (2)
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) – OTC Switch Update
OTC Obesity – OTC Switch Update
Emergency Contraception – OTC Switch Update
OTC Triptans – OTC Switch Update
The Influence of Generics and Private Label in OTC Switches
Consumers and OTC Switches
Current Consumer Health Issues to Shape OTC Switches
The Effects of OTC Education and Ageing Consumers
OTC Switches by Region
OTC Switch Trends in Western Europe
OTC Switches by Region
OTC Switch Trends in Eastern Europe
OTC Switch Trends in Latin America
OTC Switch Trends in the Middle East and Africa
OTC Switch Trends in Asia Pacific
Case Studies
OTC Product Case Study: Zegerid OTC (Merck & Co)
Regional Switch Case Study: Pantozol Control (Nycomed)
Potential OTC Switch Case Study: Allegra (Sanofi-Aventis)
Country Case Study: United Kingdom
Regional Harmonisation Case Study: Australasia
Consumer Case Study: Acid Reducers in the USA
The Future of OTC Switches
The Influence of the Medical Community in Future Switches
Health Workers and their Power over Purchasing Decision
Future Health: Obesity Implications for OTC Switches
Prospects of Current Categories
Looking at the Future: Potential OTC Switch Categories
Definitions
Definitions of OTC Categories
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- Private Label - Potential in a Weakening Economy | Nov 2008
- Big World: Impact of the Obesity Pandemic on Global Marketing Strategies | Jun 2008
- 25 Global Consumer Trends 2008: Back to Basics – it’s Still the Old Economy in a Cool Climate | Jun 2008
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