August 22, 2024: FDA approves and authorizes updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccines to better protect against currently circulating variants.
Which updated COVID-19 vaccines are available?
The FDA has approved and authorized for emergency use updated COVID-19 vaccines (2024-2025 formula) that include a monovalent (single) component that corresponds to the omicron variant KP.2 strain of SARS-CoV-2. These vaccines were updated to provide better protection against COVID-19 caused by circulating variants.
Why should I get the updated COVID-19 vaccine?
Some viruses like the virus that causes COVID-19 can change over time. Vaccines that target those viruses may be updated to better protect against disease. An updated COVID-19 vaccine will help provide the best protection against COVID-19.
What are the ingredients of the updated COVID vaccines?
Ingredients in COVID-19 vaccines authorized for emergency use are included on the Fact Sheets under the question "What are the ingredients in this vaccine?"
Ingredients in FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines are included in the Information for Recipients and Caregivers under the question, “What are the ingredients in this vaccine?”
- Comirnaty (COVID-19 vaccine, mRNA) – see the package insert
- Spikevax (COVID-19 vaccine, mRNA) – see the package insert and patient package insert
Can I get the updated COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding?
The CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccination for everyone ages 6 months and older, including people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or might become pregnant in the future. Individuals should speak with their health care provider if they have questions about receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.
