CGRPR Antagonists Market Competitive Landscape, Pipeline, and Market Analysis 2023

CGRPR Antagonists Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Global Industry Analysis: Competitive Landscape, Pipeline, and Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Global Industry Analysis: Analysis 2023

CGRPR (calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor) antagonists are a class of pharmaceuticals used in the treatment of CGRP-related disorders, primarily migraines, and cluster headaches. These antagonists work by blocking the activity of the CGRP receptor, thereby inhibiting the transmission of pain signals associated with these conditions. According to WHO, migraines affect approximately 15% of the population in Europe and the USA, with women being three times more likely to be affected than men. Migraine attacks can cause severe pain, lasting from a few hours to several days, and can significantly impact daily functioning. Cluster headaches, though less common, are known for their excruciating intensity, with attacks often occurring in clusters over weeks or months. The market for CGRPR antagonists is driven by the growing prevalence of migraines and cluster headaches. According to the American Migraine Foundation, migraines alone result in an estimated $36 billion in annual healthcare costs and lost productivity in the USA. Additionally, the development and approval of novel CGRPR antagonists, such as Aimovig (erenumab), Emgality (galcanezumab), and Ajovy (fremanezumab), have expanded treatment options for patients and contributed to market growth.

The increasing recognition of CGRP-related disorders, advancements in research, and the potential for CGRPR antagonists to address unmet medical needs further contribute to market expansion. Companies such as Pfizer, Merck (MSD), AbbVie, Teva, AffaMed Therapy, Amgen, BMS, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Daiichi Sankyo are pharmaceutical companies operating in the healthcare industry. cater to this category. Moreover, many companies are coming up with new molecules in this space. For instance, MSD is currently conducting a clinical trial of the drug MK-3207 for the treatment of headaches.

Key Developments

  • In June 2023, Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) adopts a positive opinion of Atogepant for migraine in the European union.
  • In Nov 2022, Otsuka Pharmaceutical launched an autoinjector dosage form for Fremanezumab subcutaneous injection 225mg for the prevention of Migraine in Japan

Approved CGRPR Antagonists molecules

  • Aimovig (erenumab-aooe)
  • Ajovy (fremanezumab)
  • Emgality (galcanezumab)
  • Nurtec ODT (rimegepant ODT)
  • Vyepti (eptinezumab)

CGRPR Antagonists Pipeline Molecules

  • telcagepant (MK-0974)
  • rimegepant (BHV-3000)
  • MK-3207
  • zavegepant oral (BHV-3500 oral)
  • BHV-3100
  • UB-313           

Clinical Activity and Development of CGRPR Antagonists

In the CGRPR Antagonists space, there are very few companies, conducting more than more than 100 clinical trials in this category of drugs. For instance,

  • In June 2023, AbbVie initiated enrolment in a phase I pharmacokinetic trial of Atogepant
  • In June 2023, Teva Pharmaceutical released updated pooled efficacy data from phase III FOCUS and HALO trials Ajovy in Migraine

Product Name

Total Studies

Telcagepant (MK-0974)

22

Rimegepant (BHV-3000)

7

MK-3207

3

Zavegepant oral (BHV-3500 oral)

2

Target Indication Analysis of CGRPR Antagonists

CGRPR (calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor) antagonists are a class of pharmaceuticals designed to target CGRP-related disorders, primarily migraines and cluster headaches. These antagonists work by blocking the activity of the CGRP receptor, thereby inhibiting the transmission of pain signals associated with these conditions. By effectively reducing the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, CGRPR antagonists offer a promising therapeutic option for individuals who experience debilitating headaches. Ongoing research is exploring their potential in other indications such as post-traumatic headache, trigeminal neuralgia, and chronic pain syndromes, expanding their potential impact in improving the quality of life for patients suffering from CGRP-mediated disorders.

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  • The report analyses the impact of the socio-political environment through PESTLE Analysis and competition through Porter's Five Force Analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

CGRPR Antagonists drugs are used in the management of migraines and cluster headaches.

The increasing recognition of CGRP-related disorders, advancements in research, and the potential for CGRPR antagonists to address unmet medical needs further contribute to market expansion.

The major players in this space are Pfizer, Merck (MSD), AbbVie, Teva, AffaMed Therap, Amgen, BMS, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Daiichi Sankyo are pharmaceutical companies operating in the healthcare industry.

One of the restraints of the CGRPR (calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor) antagonist market is the limited awareness and understanding of CGRP-related disorders among healthcare professionals, leading to underdiagnosis and underutilization of CGRPR antagonists. Additionally, the high cost of CGRPR antagonist medications can pose a barrier to access for some patients, limiting their adoption and market growth.

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Muni Kumar Meravath

Muni Kumar Meravath is a seasoned Healthcare Market Research Analyst with over 6 years of experience in the healthc.....

Key Market Players

  • Pfizer
  • Merck (MSD)
  • AbbVie
  • Teva
  • AffaMed Therap
  • Amgen
  • BMS
  • Boehringer Ingelheim
  • Daiichi Sankyo
  • Eli Lilly
  • Lundbeck
  • Novartis
  • Otsuka
  • Sosei
  • Vaxxinity

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