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This email is being sent to COVID-19 Vaccinators, LTHD Officers, and Regional HERC managers
FDA Extends Shelf Life of Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) Vaccine
Following a thorough review of data, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) authorized an extension of the shelf life for the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine from 3 months to 4.5 months (an additional 6 weeks). The decision is based on data from ongoing stability assessment studies, which have demonstrated that the vaccine is stable at 4.5 months when refrigerated at temperatures of 36 – 46 degrees Fahrenheit (2 – 8 degrees Celsius).
Vaccine providers should visit https://vaxcheck.jnj/ to confirm the latest expiration dates of vaccine, including those currently available for administration throughout the U.S. This extension applies to refrigerated vials of Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine that have been held in accordance with the manufacturer’s storage conditions.
COVID-19 vaccines that are authorized under an EUA do not have fixed expiration dates, and their expiration dates can be extended as we get more stability data. Always be sure to check the manufacturer’s website to obtain the most up-to-date expiration dates for COVID-19 vaccines you have on hand.
The letter issued by FDA can be found here and additional information can be found here.
For further guidance or questions, please email DHSCOVIDVaccinator@wi.gov.
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