AstraZeneca (AZN LN) - AZD1222 is effective against COVID-19; met primary endpoint. COVID-19 average efficacy 70.4% when combining data from two dosing regimes. Two different dosage regimes: one has ~90% efficacy.
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- 90% efficacy is the approach which commences with a half dose followed by a full dose administered at least one month apart (2,741 participants)
- 62% efficacy is the approach which has two full doses at least one month apart (8,895 participants)
- "independent Data Safety Monitoring Board determined that the analysis met its primary endpoint showing protection from COVID-19 occurring 14 days or more after receiving two doses of the vaccine."
- Now immediately prepare the regulatory submission of data to global authorities
- The vaccine can be stored, transported & handled at normal fridge conditions (2-8 degrees Celsius) for at least 6-months
- Capacity of up to 3bln doses on a rolling basis in 2021
- Well tolerated across both dosing regimes
- Efficacy and safety data confirms it will be 'highly effective' against COVID-19
- Vaccine will be affordable
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