We’re pleased to announce that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved our Biologics License Application (BLA) for Spikevax® (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) 2024-2025 Formula for individuals aged 12yr+. The product is now FDA-approved.
The 2024-2025 vaccine is designed to protect against actively circulating variants, consistent with VRBPAC guidance.
Here’s what’s new:
Spikevax has been updated to help protect against actively circulating variants, and the 2024-2025 formula is designed to protect against the Omicron variant’s KP.2 sublineage.
Spikevax is now available in a pre-filled syringe (and no longer available in single-dose vials).
The 2024-2025 storage requirements for the Spikevax pre-filled syringe are:
INDICATION
SPIKEVAX (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) is a vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in individuals 12 years of age and older.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Contraindications
Do not administer SPIKEVAX to individuals with a known history of severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of SPIKEVAX or to individuals who had a severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) following a previous dose of a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Warnings and Precautions
Management of Acute Allergic Reactions: Appropriate medical treatment must be immediately available to manage potential anaphylactic reactions following administration of SPIKEVAX.
Myocarditis and Pericarditis: Postmarketing data demonstrate increased risks of myocarditis and pericarditis, particularly within the first week following vaccination. The observed risk is highest in males 18 through 24 years of age.
Syncope (fainting): May occur in association with administration of injectable vaccines. Procedures should be in place to avoid injury from fainting.
Altered Immunocompetence: Immunocompromised persons, including individuals receiving immunosuppressive therapy, may have a diminished immune response to SPIKEVAX.
Limitations of Vaccine Effectiveness: SPIKEVAX may not protect all vaccine recipients.
Adverse Reactions
The most commonly reported (≥10%) adverse reactions following any dose in any indicated patient population were pain at the injection site, fatigue, headache, myalgia, chills, arthralgia, axillary swelling/tenderness, nausea/vomiting, and swelling at the injection site.
Reporting Adverse Events and Vaccine Administration Errors
To report suspected adverse reactions, contact ModernaTX, Inc. at 1-866-663-3762 or VAERS at 1-800- 822-7967 or www.vaers.hhs.gov.
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Click here for SPIKEVAX Full Prescribing Information.
If you have any questions about Spikevax or ordering directly from Moderna, please feel free to contact our Customer Care Team at
1-800-MODERNA (1-866-663-3762) Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET (closed holidays) or by sending a message to WeCare@modernatx.com.
Thank you for your continued dedication to public health.
Best Regards,
Moderna
References:1. FDA, “FDA Approves and Authorizes Updated mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines to Better Protect Against Currently Circulating Variants.” Updated August 22, 2024. Accessed August 22, 2024. 2. FDA, “Updated COVID-19 Vaccines for Use in the United States Beginning in Fall 2024. Updated.” Updated August 13, 2024. Accessed August 21, 2024. 3. Spikevax. Prescribing Information. ModernaTX, Inc., 2024.