The drugmaker said it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
A health worker extract the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine form a vial. The company announced Monday that its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 following trials.said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon ― a key step toward beginning vaccinations for youngsters.
The kid dosage also proved safe, with similar or fewer temporary side effects ― such as sore arms, fever or achiness ― that teens experience, he said.Gruber said the companies aim to apply to the Food and Drug Administration by the end of the month for emergency use in this age group, followed shortly afterward with applications to European and British regulators., FDA chief Dr.
“I feel a great sense of urgency” in making the vaccine available to children under 12, Gruber said. “There’s pent-up demand for parents to be able to have their children returned to a normal life.”
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