Posted by Michael Wonder on 31 Aug 2025
Pfizer and BioNTech’s Comirnaty receives US FDA approval for adults 65 and older and individuals ages 5 through 64 at increased risk for severe COVID-19
27 August 2025 - The 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccine formulation targets the SARS-CoV-2 sub-lineage LP.8.1, in line with FDA guidance to more closely match circulating strains.
Pfizer and BioNTech today announced the US FDA has approved the supplemental biologics license application for the companies’ LP.8.1 adapted monovalent COVID-19 vaccine (Comirnaty LP.8.1; COVID-19 vaccine, mRNA) for use in adults ages 65 years and older, as well as in individuals ages 5 through 64 years with at least one underlying condition that puts them at high risk for severe outcomes from COVID-19.
