Tag: Pharmaceutical sales

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What is the world's best selling drug?

Oct 8, 2025 •

4 min read

With 2024 sales of nearly $29.5 billion, Merck's cancer immunotherapy drug Keytruda has solidified its market dominance [1.3.3]. So, what is the world's best selling drug and how does it compare to its closest competitors in the dynamic pharmaceutical landscape?

What is the fastest selling drug of all time? A Look at Speed vs. Lifetime Revenue

Oct 7, 2025 •

3 min read

AbbVie's Humira has generated approximately $240 billion in revenue since its launch, making it the highest-grossing drug of all time [1.4.3]. However, the title of 'fastest-selling' is more complex, pitting launch speed against total lifetime sales.