Respiratory drug sales surge as pollution, monsoon drive higher demand

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In November, for example, respiratory drug sales grew by 7.6 per cent over October.

According to various reports, major hospitals across north India witnessed an almost 50 per cent rise in respiratory and pulmonary outpatient department (OPD) patient visits.

Sales in the respiratory therapy area were recorded at Rs 1,591 crore in January this year, before falling to Rs 989 crore in June 2024, and have since increased every month.

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Markets: India

Topics: Drugs Indian monsoon Air pollution Pharma sector

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Published On: 2024-12-12 @ 16:18:14 (10 hours ago)

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