Market Overview:
United States pharmacy automation market size reached USD 1.6 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 3.4 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 9% during 2025-2033. The ongoing advancements in automation technology, including robotics and artificial intelligence, which contribute to the continuous improvement of pharmacy automation systems, are driving the market.
Report Attribute
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 |
USD 1.6 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 |
USD 3.4 Billion |
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033) |
9% |
Pharmacy automation refers to the use of technology and machinery to streamline and enhance various aspects of pharmaceutical processes. These systems automate tasks such as medication dispensing, packaging, labeling, and inventory management. By leveraging robotics, computerized systems, and advanced software, pharmacy automation aims to improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety in medication handling. Automated dispensing machines reduce human error, ensure precise dosage, and enhance medication adherence. Additionally, these systems can handle high volumes of prescriptions, leading to quicker turnaround times and improved customer service. Pharmacy automation also plays a crucial role in minimizing the risk of medication errors, optimizing workflow, and allowing pharmacy staff to focus on patient care and counseling. Overall, pharmacy automation contributes to a more efficient and reliable healthcare system by integrating technology into the medication management process.
United States Pharmacy Automation Market Trends:
The pharmacy automation market in the United States is experiencing robust growth, driven by several key factors. Firstly, the increasing demand for streamlined healthcare processes has propelled the adoption of automation solutions in pharmacies. Consequently, pharmacies are leveraging advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy in medication dispensing and management. Moreover, the rising prevalence of chronic diseases has led to a surge in prescription volumes, necessitating automation to handle the escalating workload. Furthermore, the imperative to minimize medication errors and improve patient safety is a pivotal driver for pharmacy automation. Automated systems offer precise dosage calculations and reduce the likelihood of human errors in dispensing medications, thereby enhancing overall patient care. Additionally, the emphasis on cost-effective healthcare solutions is another driving force behind the pharmacy automation market. Automated systems contribute to operational efficiency, reducing labor costs and minimizing wastage, thereby optimizing resource utilization. Besides this, the regional trend towards digitization in healthcare, which has spurred the integration of electronic health records with pharmacy automation systems to facilitate real-time access to patient information, is expected to drive the market in the United States during the forecast period.
United States Pharmacy Automation Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, application, and end user.
Product Type Insights:
- Automated Medication Dispensing Systems
- Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems
- Automated Packaging and Labeling Systems
- Tabletop Tablet Counters
- Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes automated medication dispensing systems, automated storage and retrieval systems, automated packaging and labeling systems, tabletop tablet counters, and others.
Application Insights:
- Drug Dispensing and Packaging
- Drug Storage
- Inventory Management
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes drug dispensing and packaging, drug storage, and inventory management.
End User Insights:
- Hospital Pharmacies
- Retail Pharmacies
- Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and others.
Regional Insights:
- Northeast
- Midwest
- South
- West
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northeast, Midwest, South, and West.
Competitive Landscape:
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the key players include:
- Asteres Inc.
- Capsa Healthcare
- McKesson Corporation
- Omnicell Inc.
- RxSafe LLC
(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)
United States Pharmacy Automation Market Report Coverage:
Report Features |
Details |
Base Year of the Analysis |
2024 |
Historical Period |
2019-2024 |
Forecast Period |
2025-2033 |
Units |
Billion USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
- Product Type
- Application
- End User
- Region
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Product Types Covered |
Automated Medication Dispensing Systems, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Automated Packaging and Labeling Systems, Tabletop Tablet Counters, Others |
Applications Covered |
Drug Dispensing and Packaging, Drug Storage, Inventory Management |
End Users Covered |
Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Others |
Regions Covered |
Northeast, Midwest, South, West |
Companies Covered |
Asteres Inc., Capsa Healthcare, McKesson Corporation, Omnicell Inc., RxSafe LLC, etc. (Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.) |
Customization Scope |
10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support |
10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format |
PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
- How has the United States pharmacy automation market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
- What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the United States pharmacy automation market?
- What is the breakup of the United States pharmacy automation market on the basis of product type?
- What is the breakup of the United States pharmacy automation market on the basis of application?
- What is the breakup of the United States pharmacy automation market on the basis of end user?
- What are the various stages in the value chain of the United States pharmacy automation market?
- What are the key driving factors and challenges in the United States pharmacy automation?
- What is the structure of the United States pharmacy automation market and who are the key players?
- What is the degree of competition in the United States pharmacy automation market?
Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
- IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the United States pharmacy automation market from 2019-2033.
- The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the United States pharmacy automation market.
- Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the United States pharmacy automation industry and its attractiveness.
- Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.