In 2023, the usage of antibacterial medicine in Chile stood at 42.0 Units (Defined Daily Dosage) Per Thousand Persons Per Day. The forecasted data for the subsequent years indicate a steady upward trend in usage: 44.0 in 2024, 46.8 in 2025, 49.1 in 2026, 50.9 in 2027, and 52.3 in 2028.
Below are the year-on-year variations based on the forecasted data:
- 2024: 4.8%
- 2025: 6.4%
- 2026: 4.9%
- 2027: 3.7%
- 2028: 2.8%
Considering the average trend over the next five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) projected from 2024 to 2028 stands at approximately 4.5%.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in prescription practices, the introduction of new antibacterial drugs, resistance trends, and evolving healthcare policies. Monitoring efforts around antimicrobial resistance and public health initiatives will be crucial in shaping the forecast beyond 2028.
