Global MRSA Drugs Market to Reach USD 5.1 Billion by 2033, Impelled by Increasing Incidences of Infections Associated with Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Pathogens

January 09, 2025 | Healthcare

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled "MRSA Drugs Market by MRSA Type (Hospital-Acquired (HA-MRSA), Community-Acquired (CA-MRSA)), Drug Class (Lipopeptides, Oxazolidinones, Cephalosporin, Tetracycline, Folate Antagonist, and Others), Disease Indication (Skin Infections, Bone and Joint Infections, Bacteremia, Animal Infections), Route of Administration (Oral Administration, Parenteral Administration), Distribution Channel (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies), and Region 2025-2033," the global MRSA drugs market reached a value of USD 3.9 Billion in 2024. Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that is resistant to many commonly used antibiotics, including methicillin, which is a type of penicillin. It is spread through contact with an infected person or contaminated surface and is most commonly associated with healthcare facilities, such as hospitals and nursing homes. MRSA infections can be difficult to treat and lead to serious health problems, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems. There are several drugs available for the treatment of MRSA infections. Vancomycin is one of the most commonly used antibiotics for treating MRSA infections. Some of the other antibiotics used to treat MRSA include linezolid, daptomycin, ceftaroline, and tigecycline. The choice of antibiotic for MRSA infections depends on several factors, including the severity of the infection, the patient's medical history, and the susceptibility of the bacteria to different antibiotics. Sometimes, a combination of antibiotics may be used to treat the infection.

Global MRSA Drugs Market Trends:

The global market is majorly driven by the increasing incidences of MRSA infections. In line with this, the growing geriatric population and the development of new antibiotics for treating MRSA are significantly contributing to the market growth. Furthermore, the rising awareness about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of MRSA infections is positively influencing the market. Apart from this, the escalating demand for effective treatments for MRSA infection is catalyzing the market. Moreover, the heavy investments in research and development of innovative anti-MRSA medication compounds and improved screening are expected to bolster the market. In addition, the key players are adopting inorganic expansion methods, such as mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations, which, in turn, are providing a boost to the market. Some other factors driving the market include the increasing prevalence of antibiotic resistant strains development, the rising number of cases of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), rapid product innovations, easy availability of antibiotics, and growing healthcare expenditure. Looking forward, the market value is projected to reach USD 5.1 Billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 2.95% during 2025-2033. 

Market Summary:

  • On the basis of the MRSA type, the market has been categorized into Hospital-Acquired (HA-MRSA) and Community-Acquired (CA-MRSA). Among these, Hospital-Acquired (HA-MRSA) represents the largest market segment. 
  • Based on the drug class, the market has been classified into lipopeptides, oxazolidinones, cephalosporin, tetracycline, folate antagonist, and others. Currently, lipopeptides represent the largest segment.
  • Based on the disease indication, the market has been segmented into skin infections, bone and joint infections, bacteremia, and animal infections. At present, skin infections represent the largest segment.
  • Based on the route of administration, the market has been categorized into oral administration and parenteral administration, wherein parenteral administration holds for the biggest market segment.
  • Based on the distribution channel, the market has been classified into hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and online pharmacies. Presently, hospital pharmacies accounted for the largest market share.
  • On the basis of the region, the market has been divided into North America (the United States and Canada), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others), Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others) and the Middle East and Africa. At present, North America holds the leading position in the market.
  • The competitive landscape of the market has been studied in the report with detailed profiles of the key players operating in the market. Some of the key players include AbbVie Inc., Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd, Crystal Genomics Inc., Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc., Melinta Therapeutics Inc, Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Pfizer Inc.


Report Scope:

Report Features Details
Base Year of the Analysis 2024
Historical Period 2019-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2033
Units Billion USD
MRSA Types Covered Hospital-Acquired (HA-MRSA), Community-Acquired (CA-MRSA)
Drug Classes Covered Lipopeptides, Oxazolidinones, Cephalosporin, Tetracycline, Folate Antagonist, Others
Disease Indications Covered Skin Infections, Bone and Joint Infections, Bacteremia, Animal Infections
Route of Administrations Covered Oral Administration, Parenteral Administration
Distribution Channels Covered Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies
Regions Covered  Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa
Countries Covered United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico
Companies Covered AbbVie Inc., Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd, Crystal Genomics Inc., Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc., Melinta Therapeutics Inc, Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Pfizer Inc, etc.
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