Dermatology OTC Switches Loom Next For Consumer Health Growth
Executive Summary
Dermatology OTC switch products for acne, eczema and psoriasis are likely to emerge, says Kline analyst Laura Mahecha. Switches, the return of recalled OTC brands and market consolidation drove a 4.2% increase for the US consumer health market in 2015.
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