Lice Treatment Market Size
| Study Period | 2021 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 1.10 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 1.53 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 6.66 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Lice Treatment Market Analysis
The Lice Treatment Market size is estimated at USD 1.10 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 1.53 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.66% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented health concern and has significantly impacted market growth. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the dispensing of ivermectin has increased in retail pharmacies, and there has been a surge in patients for lice treatment in various clinics in the United States. For instance, According to the article published by CDC in August 2021, ivermectin dispensing from outpatient retail pharmacies in the United States during the COVID-19 increased from an average of 3,600 prescriptions per week during the pre-pandemic time (March 2019-March 2020) to a peak of 39,000 prescriptions in the week ending on January 8, 2021. Furthermore, the article published by Lice Clinics of America in July 2020, reported that Lice Clinics of America, Bakersfield, experienced an increase in lice treatments of 37% from April to May 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, in October 2021, the Lice Clinics of America announced that the company had reached a total of 750,000 successful head lice treatments, and the milestone was achieved after the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, although COVID-19 has led to a shortage in essentials and created some hindrances, lice treatment has played an important role during COVID-19. Thus, the COVID-19 pandemic has positively impacted the growth of the studied market in the initial phase, however currently it is expected to have an steady growth during the forecast period.
The market's growth can be attributed to the factors such as the increasing prevalence of lice infestation and the easy availability of lice treatment products. For instance, the Pediculosis chapter updated in February 2022 by NCBI states that Pediculosis or louse infestation affects hundreds of millions of people each year globally, and it has been reported in all countries and within all socioeconomic classes.
Additionally, a study published by PubMed in May 2021 reported that the prevalence of head lice in poor rural communities and urban slums is estimated to be between 28% and 43% in Brazil, respectively. Also, the study suggests that the prevalence at different schools in Norway ranged from 0% to 7.14%, although 36.43% of households that participated in the study had previously experienced a head lice infestation. Thus, the prevalence indicates the increasing demand for lice treatment. Moreover, as per the World Population Prospects 2022, in 2021, 134 million babies were born worldwide. In the future, the number of newborns is expected to slightly increase to reach 138 million annually between 2040 and 2045. This huge number of people who are prone to lice infestation indicates the growing prevalence of lice infestation, thereby driving the market growth.
However, lack of awareness and less healthcare expenditure in developing countries is a major factor hindering the growth of the market studied.
Lice Treatment Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Lice Treatment Market according to our research experts:
Permethrin Segment is Expected to Hold a Major Share in the Market
The Permethrin segment is expected to hold a major share in the market. Permethrin treats scabies in adults and children two months of age and older. Over-the-counter permethrin is used to treat lice (small insects that attach themselves to the skin on the head) in adults and children two months of age and older. Permethrin is in a class of medications called scabicides and pediculicides. It works by killing lice and mites.
According to the study published by the International Journal of Preventive Medicine in February 2021, the infested people were treated with 1% permethrin shampoo, twice at a 1-week interval and other recommended therapeutic categories. 1% permethrin shampoo had high treatment success. It was estimated to be 82.00%. Such data displays the significant use of permethrin in lice treatment. Furthermore, according to NCBI in May 2022, permethrin is a common first-line treatment option for head lice infestations, which is available over the counter in many countries and a systematic review of trials that evaluated medications for the treatment of head lice suggested that permethrin was very much effective.
Therefore, the demand for permethrin is expected to increase, which will significantly drive the overall target market during the study period.
North America Dominates the Market and is Expected to do Same in the Forecast Period
North America is expected to dominate the overall lice treatment market throughout the forecast period. The largest share is mainly due to the presence of a larger infestation pool and an increasing children population.
For instance, the United States Census Bureau, in its 2020 census, showed that the number of children under the age of 18 years was 73.1 million in 2020. Furthermore, according to CDC in September 2020, infestation with head lice is very common among preschool children attending childcare, elementary schoolchildren, and household members of infested children in the United States, and approximately 6 million to 12 million infestations occur each year in the United States among children 3 to 11 years of age. The larger infestation pool and increasing children population are attributing factors to the growth of the market in the United States.
In addition, increasing product approvals is also contributing to market growth. For instance, in July 2020, the United States FDA approved the use of Xeglyze, a drug used to treat head lice in patients six months of age and older. The FDA approved the drug after a clinical trial studying the efficacy of the drug in the prevention of head lice infestation. The study showed that About 80% of patients treated with Xeglyze were free of live head lice.
Thus, due to the above-mentioned developments, the market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.
Lice Treatment Industry Overview
The lice treatment market is moderately competitive. A few of the crucial approaches followed by players functioning in the market were product advancement, invention, acquisitions, and mergers. Some of the companies which are currently dominating the market are Oystershell Consumer Health (Bayer), Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Perrigo Company plc (Omega Pharma), Arbor Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Azurity Pharmaceuticals), Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson and Johnson Services, Inc., Parapro Pharmaceuticals, and Fleming Medical Ltd among others.
Lice Treatment Market Leaders
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Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
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GlaxoSmithKline plc
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Oystershell Consumer Health, Inc.
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Perrigo Company plc
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Lice Treatment Market News
- In October 2022, Alliance Pharmaceuticals in collaboration with South Florida Family Health and Research Centers posted a clinical trial on clinicaltrials.gov to check the safety and efficacy of Vamousse Spray 'n' Go, compared to a 1% Permethrin control shampoo, in the treatment of head lice.
- In September 2022, the American Academy of Pediatrics updated guidance on diagnosing and treating head lice. New medications for treatment were also mentioned and they provided an algorithm for the management of affected patients, and further provided clarification on diagnosis and treatment.
- In October 2021, Lice Clinics of America announced that the company completed 750,000 successful head lice treatments using heated air, with a very high success rate.
- In August 2021, ParaPRO reported that the United States FDA approved Natroba(spinosad) Topical Suspension, 0.9%, the first product for scabies, available in the United States.
Lice Treatment Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
- 4.1 Market Overview
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4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.2.1 Increasing Prevalence of Lice Infestation
- 4.2.2 Easy Availability of Lice Treatment Products
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4.3 Market Restraints
- 4.3.1 Lack of Awareness and Less Healthcare Expenditure in Developing Countries
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4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
- 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
- 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size by Value - USD million)
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5.1 By Product Type
- 5.1.1 OTC Medication
- 5.1.1.1 Permethrin
- 5.1.1.2 Pyrethrin
- 5.1.1.3 Other Product Types
- 5.1.2 Prescription Medication
- 5.1.2.1 Ivermectin
- 5.1.2.2 Spinosad
- 5.1.2.3 Malathion
- 5.1.2.4 Other Prescription Medications
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5.2 By Distribution Channel
- 5.2.1 Hospitals and Clinics
- 5.2.2 Retail Pharmacies
- 5.2.3 Other Distribution Channels
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5.3 Geography
- 5.3.1 North America
- 5.3.1.1 United States
- 5.3.1.2 Canada
- 5.3.1.3 Mexico
- 5.3.2 Europe
- 5.3.2.1 Germany
- 5.3.2.2 United Kingdom
- 5.3.2.3 France
- 5.3.2.4 Italy
- 5.3.2.5 Spain
- 5.3.2.6 Rest of Europe
- 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.3.1 China
- 5.3.3.2 Japan
- 5.3.3.3 India
- 5.3.3.4 Australia
- 5.3.3.5 South Korea
- 5.3.3.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.4 Middle-East and Africa
- 5.3.4.1 GCC
- 5.3.4.2 South Africa
- 5.3.4.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa
- 5.3.5 South America
- 5.3.5.1 Brazil
- 5.3.5.2 Argentina
- 5.3.5.3 Rest of South America
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Company Profiles
- 6.1.1 Oystershell Consumer Health (Bayer)
- 6.1.2 Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- 6.1.3 Perrigo Company plc (Omega Pharma)
- 6.1.4 Arbor Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Azurity Pharmaceuticals)
- 6.1.5 Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
- 6.1.6 GlaxoSmithKline
- 6.1.7 Johnson and Johnson Services, Inc.
- 6.1.8 Parapro Pharmaceuticals
- 6.1.9 Fleming Medical Ltd
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
** Subject To AvailablityLice Treatment Industry Segmentation
As per the scope of this report, lice are tiny, wingless, parasitic insects that feed on blood. People can have good personal hygiene and still get lice. Unless treated properly, this condition can become a recurring problem. The market is segmented by Product Type (OTC Medication (Permethrin, Pyrethrin, and Other Product Types) and Prescription Medication (Ivermectin, Spinosad, Malathion, and Other Prescription Medications)), Distribution Channel (Hospitals and Clinics, Retail Pharmacies and Other Distribution Channels), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle-East and Africa, and South America). The market report also covers the estimated market sizes and trends for 17 different countries across major regions globally. The report offers the value (in USD million) for the above segments.
| By Product Type | OTC Medication | Permethrin |
| Pyrethrin | ||
| Other Product Types | ||
| By Product Type | Prescription Medication | Ivermectin |
| Spinosad | ||
| Malathion | ||
| Other Prescription Medications | ||
| By Distribution Channel | Hospitals and Clinics | |
| Retail Pharmacies | ||
| Other Distribution Channels | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Geography | Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | ||
| France | ||
| Italy | ||
| Spain | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| Japan | ||
| India | ||
| Australia | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | Middle-East and Africa | GCC |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa | ||
| Geography | South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America |
Lice Treatment Market Research FAQs
How big is the Lice Treatment Market?
The Lice Treatment Market size is expected to reach USD 1.10 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 6.66% to reach USD 1.53 billion by 2029.
What is the current Lice Treatment Market size?
In 2024, the Lice Treatment Market size is expected to reach USD 1.10 billion.
Who are the key players in Lice Treatment Market?
Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc., GlaxoSmithKline plc, Oystershell Consumer Health, Inc. and Perrigo Company plc are the major companies operating in the Lice Treatment Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Lice Treatment Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Lice Treatment Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Lice Treatment Market.
What years does this Lice Treatment Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Lice Treatment Market size was estimated at USD 1.03 billion. The report covers the Lice Treatment Market historical market size for years: 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Lice Treatment Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Lice Treatment Industry Report
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