The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to Biogen's strategic initiatives and branding efforts, improved patient retention and loyalty, enhanced patient convenience, increased competition from newer therapies, and a greater focus on personalized medication.
Market growth during the forecast period driven by rising prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS), increasing preference for oral medications, growing patient support expectations, expanding clinical evidence supporting the drug's efficacy, and the increasing market share of injectable alternatives. Key trends during the forecast period include the use of advanced data analytics, a demand for biological indicators, the adoption of 3D bioprinting, integration of immunomodulatory technology, and the application of nanotechnology.
The increasing prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) is expected to drive the growth of the avonex market. MS is a chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the protective myelin sheath surrounding nerve fibers in the central nervous system, causing disruptions in brain-body communication. The rise in MS cases can be attributed to improved diagnostic capabilities, environmental factors such as vitamin D deficiency, genetic predisposition, and changes in lifestyle and migration patterns. Avonex is critical in managing MS by reducing inflammation, decreasing relapse frequency, and slowing physical disability progression through immune system modulation. For example, a report published by the Multiple Sclerosis Trust in May 2024 revealed a nearly 13% increase in the number of people living with MS in the UK, with a 15% rise in England, 10% in Scotland, 9% in Northern Ireland, and 8% in Wales. This growing prevalence underscores the rising demand for avonex in managing MS, fueling market growth.
A key trend in the avonex market is the development of strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing treatment options, patient outcomes, and chronic disease management. Strategic partnerships allow organizations to combine strengths, resources, and expertise to achieve mutual goals and improve competitive advantage. For instance, in June 2022, Biogen Inc., the US-based manufacturer of Avonex (interferon beta-1a), collaborated with Happify Health to create an AI-powered digital solution. This platform enhances patient education and engagement for individuals living with MS, offering tools to manage care, access expert consultations, and explore treatment options while fostering a supportive community.
In November 2024, Vanguard Group Inc., a US-based investment firm, acquired shares in Biogen Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition reflects Vanguard’s strategy to diversify its investment portfolio and support companies with strong growth potential and innovative product pipelines, further strengthening Biogen's position in the Avonex market.
Key player operating in the avonex market is Biogen Inc.
North America was the largest region in the avonex market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in avonex report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the avonex market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Avonex, a brand of interferon beta-1a, is primarily used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It is effective in reducing relapse frequency and slowing the progression of physical disability associated with MS. As an immunomodulator, Avonex works by modifying the immune system’s activity, reducing inflammation, and limiting nervous system damage caused by the disease.
The primary types of avonex are prefilled syringes and powder forms. Prefilled syringes are single-dose containers that come ready for injection, pre-filled with the medication and equipped with a needle, offering convenience for various medical treatments. The clinical indications for Avonex include relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (RMS), clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), relapse rate reduction in MS, slowing disability progression, long-term disease management in MS, and early-stage MS treatment. It is distributed through multiple channels such as wholesalers, retail pharmacies, and direct-to-patient (DTP) sales, and is used in settings like hospitals, drug stores, and others.
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The avonex market consists of sales of monoclonal antibodies, spinal muscular atrophy medications, biosimilars and immunomodulators. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Executive Summary
Avonex Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on avonex market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Where is the largest and fastest growing market for avonex? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The avonex market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
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- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) by Type: Prefilled Syringe; Powder Form2) Clinical Indication: Relapsing Forms of Multiple Sclerosis (RMS); Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS); Relapse Rate Reduction in MS; Slowing Disability Progression; Long-term Disease Management in MS; Early-Stage MS Treatment
2) by Distribution Channel: Wholesalers; Retail Pharmacies; Direct-to-Patient (Dtp) Sales
3) by Application: Hospital; Drugs Store; Other Applications
Key Companies Mentioned: Biogen Inc
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
- Biogen Inc