EPILEPTIC SEIZURES TREATMENT MARKET ANALYSIS

Epileptic Seizures Treatment Market, by Drug Type (First Generation, Second Generation, and Third Generation), by Seizure Type (Partial Seizures, Generalized Seizures, and Unclassified Seizures), by Route of Administration (Oral/Buccal, Nasal, Rectal, and Parenteral), by Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, and Online Pharmacies), and by Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) - Size, Share, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2020 - 2027

Published In : Dec 2020
Code : CMI4339
Pages :204
Formats :
Excel and PDF
Industry : Pharmaceutical

Market Challenges And Opportunities

Epileptic Seizures Treatment Market – Restraints

Anti-epileptic drugs exhibit mild or adverse neurological side effects occasionally, however they can be fatal. The adverse reactions and risks vary with each medication. Majority of antiepileptic drugs have the potential to cause an allergic reaction. These drugs indirectly increase the risk of conditions such as aggressive behavior and depression. In pregnant women, anti-epileptic drugs can also harm the fetus. According to the Journal of Family Practice the side effects of anti-epileptic drugs include – Phenytoin causes a pattern of defects collectively called the Fetal Hydantoin Syndrome (FHS) characterized by variable degrees of hypoplasia and ossification of the distal phalanges and craniofacial abnormalities. Moreover, anticonvulsants, particularly hydantoins and barbiturates are associated with hemorrhagic diseases in newborns. Therefore, such severe side effects are expected to hinder the epileptic seizures treatment market growth over the forecast period.