Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis Market 2014-2018: Key Vendors are F. Hoffmann-La Roche, Gilead Sciences, Hospira and Shire
DUBLIN, Aug. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.
Cytomegalovirus retinitis is a viral eye inflammation of the retina. The causative organism of this disease is cytomegalovirus, a herpes virus that attacks the photosensitive cells in the retina. This disease can lead to permanent blindness if left untreated. It affects one eye initially but spreads to the other eye if neglected. The virus is very commonly found in humans but stays dormant. It usually affects a person with weakened immune system such as HIV-positive patients. There are two forms of cytomegalovirus retinitis: indolent form and fulminant form. Some of the common symptoms of cytomegalovirus retinitis are blurred vision, seeing floaters, photophobia, and blind spots.
The analysts forecast the Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis market to grow at a CAGR of 4.50 percent over the period 2013-2018.
This report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis market for the period 2014-2018. To calculate the market size, the report considers the revenue generated from the sales of various branded and generic drugs used for the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. Capsules, implants, solutions, and tablets are the four dosage forms of the drugs used for the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis.
The report, the Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas, and the EMEA and APAC regions; it also covers the Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
An increase in combination therapies for the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis is a major trend emerging in the market. These therapies lower drug resistance in patients and ensure more effective action of the drug.
According to the report, the Global Cytomegalovirus Retinitis market is experiencing a large number of unmet needs. Currently, Roche's Valcyte is the only branded drug available for the treatment of this indication. The market has also observed the use of off-label drugs for the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis.
Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the market is a lack of approved treatment guidelines by the WHO, which is responsible for the negligence of the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis worldwide.
The study was conducted using an objective combination of primary and secondary information including inputs from key participants in the industry. The report contains a comprehensive market and vendor landscape in addition to a SWOT analysis of the key vendors.
Key Topics Covered:
01. Executive Summary
02. List of Abbreviations
03. Scope of the Report
04. Market Research Methodology
05. Introduction
06. Market Landscape
07. Market Segmentation by Route of Administration
08. Market Segmentation by Dosage Form
09. Market Assessment of Valcyte
10. Rate of Incidence and Prevalence
11. Geographical Segmentation
12. Buying Criteria
13. Market Growth Drivers
14. Drivers and their Impact
15. Market Challenges
16. Impact of Drivers and Challenges
17. Market Trends
18. Trends and their Impact
19. Vendor Landscape
20. Key Vendor Analysis
21. Other Reports in this Series
Companies Mentioned:
- F. Hoffmann-La Roche
- Gilead Sciences
- Hospira
- Shire
- Auritec Pharmaceuticals
- Chimerix Pharmaceuticals
- Isis Pharmaceuticals
- pSivida
- Sanofi
For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/sp3krb/global
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