Hyperhidrosis is a condition when in a person experienced, an excessive sweating. It mainly affect the facial area, hands, feet, and armpit. The sweating is either localized, i.e. the sweating will occur in a particular area or generalized. It further has two subtypes- primary axillary hyperhidrosis and secondary generalized hyperhidrosis.
Key players are focused on developing new products for the treatment of hyperhidrosis, which is expected to boost the global Hyperhidrosis Treatment Market growth. For instance, in October 2018, Dermira Inc., launched Qbrexa cloth for the treatment of primary axillary hyperhidrosis. It contains anti-cholinergic drug, glycopyrronium and is designed for adults as well as pediatrics (aged 9 years and above). It received the U.S. Food & Drug Administration approval in June, 2018.
Leading Companies in the Hyperhidrosis Treatment Industry:
1) Allergan plc.
Allergan plc. is an American, Irish-domiciled pharmaceutical company that acquires, develops, manufactures and markets brand name drugs and medical devices in the areas of medical aesthetics, eye care, central nervous system, and gastroenterology. The company is the maker of Botox. Allergan was founded in the year 2013, and the headquarters are located in Dublin, Ireland.
2) GlaxoSmithKline GSK plc.
GSK Plc. Is a British Multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company founded in the year 2000. The headquarters are located in London, England, UK. GlaxoSmithKline is the tenth largest pharmaceutical company and has ranked 294th on the 2002 Fortune Globes 500. The company was founded by Joseph Nathan. The company manufacture products for major diseases like asthma, cancer, infections and mental health.
In April 2022, the company announced its plans of acquiring Sierra Oncology Inc. for U.S$ 1.9 Billion. In May 2022, GSK announced it would acquire Affinivax and its phase II 24- Valent pneumococcal vaccine candidate for up to $3.3 Billion.
3) Dr. August Wolff GmbH & Company KG
Dr. August Wolff GmbH & Company KG Arzneimittel provides pharmaceutical services in Germany. The Company manufactures dermatological products and other cosmetics. Dr. August Wolff offers various products including cream for dry and inflamed skin, cream and wash gel for pimples/acne treatment, and hair care products. The company was founded in the year 1905, and the headquarters are located in Bielefeld, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
As of May 2022, an anticholinergic cream developed by the company against heavy underarm sweating currently approved in 11 European countries.
4) Avanor Healthcare Ltd.
Avanor Healthcare Ltd. Is a manufacturer of personal care products focused on the antiperspirant and deodorant sector. The company manufactures and distribute a range of high quality products designed to alleviate excessive sweating and body odour. Avanor was founded in the year 2006, and the headquarters are located in Norwich, Norfolk.
As of June 2020, the company has introduced a new product- Perpsi-Rock Natural Roll-On Deodorant.
5) Ulthera
Ulthera is a medical technology company developing non-invasive ultrasound-based devices for aesthetic medical procedures. The Company offers development of technologies for aesthetic and medical applications using therapeutic ultrasound platform technology. Ulthera serves customers worldwide. The company was founded in the year 2004, and the headquarters are located in Mesa, Arizona, United States.
