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Prime Gaming members can claim a free wintry 'Fall Guys' costume

Kris Holt
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Season three of Fall Guys is underway and with its wintry theme, wrapping up your jelly bean while they're diving around seems quite fitting. If you're an Amazon Prime Gaming member, you can now snag a free Winter Warmer Bundle, which includes an exclusive costume.

As ever, you can mix and match the Winter Warmer outfit with all of the other skins you've collected, so you can combine a hat, scarf and earmuffs with the bottom half of a dragon, if you like. The bundle also includes three highly prized crowns, which you can put towards some items from the Fall Guys store.

Amazon offers Prime Gaming members several free games as part of their subscription each month, and you can now score solid bonus games in Yooka-Laylee and its sequel, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair. On December 24th, you'll also be able to claim the fantastic Overcooked. Those join the likes of Turmoil, Sigma Theory: Global Cold War, HyperDot, Close to the Sun and Wizard of Legend in the current Free Games with Prime lineup, along with digital goodies for major games, such as Star Wars: Squadrons, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Apex Legends and Roblox.

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Ltd., Bayer AG, ALLERGAN, Novartis AG, Pfizer Inc., Genentech Inc. and others.New York, NY, Jan. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Facts and Factors have published a new research report titled “Ophthalmic Drug Market By Type (Over-the-Counter Drugs and Prescription Drugs), By Drug Class (Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Anti-Infective Drugs, Anti-Allergic Drugs, Anti-Glaucoma Drugs, and Others), By Disease Indication (Inflammation/ Infection, Retinal Disorders, Dry Eye, Glaucoma, Allergies, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Online Sales, Retail Pharmacies, Hospital Pharmacies, and Others), and By Region: Global Industry Perspective, Market Size, Statistical Research, Market Intelligence, Comprehensive Analysis, Historical Trends, and Forecasts, 2019–2026”. “According to the research study, the global Ophthalmic Drug Market was estimated at USD 27,000 Million in 2019 and is expected to reach USD 37,700 Million by 2026. 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Our Free Sample Report Includes: 2020 Updated Report Introduction, Overview, and In-depth industry analysisCOVID-19 Pandemic Outbreak Impact Analysis Included190+ Pages Research Report (Inclusion of Updated Research)Provide Chapter-wise guidance on Request2020 Updated Regional Analysis with Graphical Representation of Size, Share & TrendsIncludes Updated List of table & figuresUpdated Report Includes Top Market Players with their Business Strategy, Sales Volume, and Revenue AnalysisFacts and Factors research methodology (Note: The sample of this report is updated with COVID-19 impact analysis before delivery) Key Questions Answered in this Report 1) What was the impact of COVID-19 on the Ophthalmic Drug Market? 2) What is the market size, share of the Ophthalmic Drug Market? 3) Who are the top market players in Ophthalmic Drug Market? 4) What will be the future market of the Ophthalmic Drug Market? Key Offerings: Market Size & Forecast by Revenue | 2020−2026Market Dynamics – Leading trends, growth drivers, restraints, and investment opportunitiesMarket Segmentation – A detailed analysis by product, by types, end-user, applications, segments, and geographyCompetitive Landscape – Top key vendors and other prominent vendors Inquire more about this report before purchase @ https://www.fnfresearch.com/inquiry/global-ophthalmic-drug-market-global-ophthalmic-drugmarket-by (You may enquire a report quote OR available discount offers to our sales team before purchase.) High prevalence of ocular disease cases likely to bolster the ophthalmic drug market The visual impairment incidences have been surging considerably worldwide irrespective of the age group. This challenging situation has urged drug manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies to design and supply effective medications against this rapidly spreading disorder. Hence, the introduction of novel effective ophthalmic drugs bolsters the global ophthalmic drug market. Exposure to air and water pollution poses a greater risk to the eyes. Thus, surging the demand for the drugs and propelling the global ophthalmic drug market. Key market players Some of the key players driving the global ophthalmic drugs market are Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., Bayer AG, ALLERGAN, Novartis AG, Pfizer Inc., Genentech Inc., Oxurion NV, Bausch Health Companies Inc., and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., among others. In February 2019, Bausch Health Companies Inc. procures the patent medicine EM-100 investigational eye drop designed by Eton Pharmaceuticals EM-100 for the treatment of itching associated with the allergies in eyes. To know an additional revised 2020 list of market players, request a sample report: https://www.fnfresearch.com/sample/global-ophthalmic-drug-market-global-ophthalmic-drugmarket-by Ophthalmic drugs-associated side effects expected to hamper the ophthalmic market Eye treatment involves a risky operation and has various side effects. In some cases, ophthalmic drugs fail to maintain the intraocular pressure of the eye while treatment. In most cases, the medicine may cause internal burning in the eye and/or temporary blurred vision. Owing to these attributes, the ophthalmic drugs market enters the declining phase. Anti-infective drug class leads the global ophthalmic drug market The anti-infective drug category, from the past few years, has been holding the dominating position in the global ophthalmic market. In 2019, the category accounts for more than one-third of the market share in terms of revenue. However, the anti-glaucoma drugs are projected to augment at a relatively faster CAGR throughout the forecast period. Directly Purchase a copy of the report with TOC @ https://www.fnfresearch.com/buynow/su/global-ophthalmic-drug-market-global-ophthalmic-drugmarket-by Over-the-counter drug type accounts for higher sales and revenue share Based on the type segment, ophthalmic drugs are categorized into prescription drugs and over-the-counter drugs. Among both, over-the-counter drug type holds around two-third share in the overall sales and revenue. However, the prescription drug category is anticipated to grow at a higher CAGR between 2020 and 2026. Retail pharmacies expect better sales and revenue share during the forecast period Despite the consecutive decline in the volume sales, the revenue generated by retail pharmacies is thrusting at a considerable rate. Based on the forecast, the drug category is likely to follow the same revenue growth trend. 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The global ophthalmic drug market is segmented based on type, drug class, disease indication, distribution channel, and region. By type, the market is segmented into over-the-counter drugs and prescription drugs. Drug class classifies the market into anti-inflammatory drugs, anti-infective drugs, anti-allergic drugs, anti-glaucoma drugs, and others. Based on disease indication, the global market is categorized into inflammation/ infection, retinal disorders, dry eye, glaucoma, allergies, and others. The distribution channel segment of the global magnesium chloride market is sectored into online sales, retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and others. Browse the full “Ophthalmic Drug Market By Type (Over-the-Counter Drugs and Prescription Drugs), By Drug Class (Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Anti-Infective Drugs, Anti-Allergic Drugs, Anti-Glaucoma Drugs, and Others), By Disease Indication (Inflammation/ Infection, Retinal Disorders, Dry Eye, Glaucoma, Allergies, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Online Sales, Retail Pharmacies, Hospital Pharmacies, and Others), and By Region: Global Industry Perspective, Market Size, Statistical Research, Market Intelligence, Comprehensive Analysis, Historical Trends, and Forecasts, 2019–2026" report at https://www.fnfresearch.com/global-ophthalmic-drug-market-global-ophthalmic-drugmarket-by The global ophthalmic drugs market is segmented as: Global Ophthalmic Drugs Market: Type Segmentation Analysis Over-the-Counter DrugsPrescription Drugs Global Ophthalmic Drugs Market: Drug Class Segmentation Analysis Anti-Infective Drugs Anti-Bacterial DrugsAnti-Fungal DrugsAnti-Viral DrugsOthers Anti-Glaucoma Drugs Prostaglandin AnalogsAlpha AgonistBetaBlockersCombined MedicationOthers Anti-inflammatory Drugs SteroidsNon-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Anti-Allergic DrugsOthers Global Ophthalmic Drugs Market: Disease Indication Segmentation Analysis Inflammation/ InfectionRetinal DisordersDry EyeGlaucomaAllergiesOthers Global Ophthalmic Drugs Market: Distribution Channel Segmentation Analysis Online SalesRetail PharmaciesHospital PharmaciesOthers Key Recommendations from Analysts Based on the analytical data, the global ophthalmic market generated a revenue of over USD 27,000 million in 2019 and is projected to reach a value close to USD 37,700 million propelling at a rate of around 4.6%.According to analysts, the cases of ophthalmic disorders are rising considerably due to the increasing environmental pollution, especially air & water, which in turn flourishes the global ophthalmic drug market.Analysts indicated that North America dominated the global ophthalmic market holding over 40% market share in terms of revenue and volume.The drugs associated with the “retinal disorders” category under the disease indication segment accounts for around one-third of the global ophthalmic market share.Hospital pharmacies generate considerably higher revenue through ophthalmic drug sales. 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