Unmet needs in female contraceptives market persist, says analyst

12 January 2024

The current unmet needs in the female contraceptives market are similar to those that were present 10 years ago. Currently, marketed contraceptives carry the risk of irregular bleeding patterns, weight gain, changes in mood, depression, migraine or headache, nausea, and acne.

Side effects are one of the main reasons why patients may decide to discontinue contraceptive use, leading to unintended pregnancies. The market still lacks therapeutics that provide better safety, says pharma analytics company Global Data.

Key opinion leaders (KOLs) interviewed by GlobalData have expressed the opinion that some women are hesitant to take hormonal contraceptives because of the associated side effects. The unmet need for non-hormonal contraception is a significant concern for individuals who wish to avoid hormonal contraceptives for several reasons, such as side effects, personal preferences, or religious beliefs.

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