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Ensuring the Authenticity of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine and Registered Trademark Name COMIRNATY®
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Pfizer is committed to patient safety and ensuring that people have accurate information about the vaccine, including how it is accessed and administered. We are actively monitoring for fraudulent offers of illegitimate vaccines to protect patients from products that might be dangerous and lead to serious and life-threatening harm
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The vaccine is only administered intramuscularly by a healthcare professional1
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The vaccine is not taken orally and is not available in a capsule or tablet form1
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Authentic vaccines, manufactured by Pfizer Inc., will include the Pfizer and BioNTech names on the label and are dispensed in a vial as follows:
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For 6 months through 4 years of age, DILUTE BEFORE USE, Maroon Cap vials, the vial label includes a maroon border1
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For 5 through 11 years of age, DILUTE BEFORE USE, Orange Cap vials, the vial label includes an orange border4
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For 12 years of age and older, DO NOT DILUTE, Gray Cap vials, the vial label includes a gray border3
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For 12 years of age and older, DILUTE BEFORE USE, Purple Cap vials. Two versions of the vial label are in current circulation - with or without a purple border2
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Ensure the safety of the vaccine vials by limiting access to only authorized personnel. The location they are stored in must be secure and locked when not in use.
To prevent counterfeits, discard vaccine vials in sharps containers and empty vial cartons as medical waste or deface or safely crush all materials so they cannot be reused. Remember, the vaccines are only available through government-authorized vaccination centers – such as doctor’s offices, authorized pharmacies, outpatient clinics, community vaccination locations, and hospitals. The vaccine can only be administered by licensed healthcare professionals, or other individuals that are approved vaccinators, at government-authorized vaccination sites. Individual doses are not for sale5,6
If you suspect the vaccine you have purchased may be counterfeit, contact us at
To learn more, visit https://www.pfizer.com/counterfeiting/frequently-asked-questions.
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Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. Emergency Use Authorization Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccination Providers) (6 months through 4 years of age), DILUTE BEFORE USE, Maroon Cap.
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Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. Emergency Use Authorization Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccination Providers) (12 years of age and older), DILUTE BEFORE USE, Purple Cap.
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Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. Emergency Use Authorization Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccination Providers) (12 years of age and older), DO NOT DILUTE, Gray Cap.
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Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. Emergency Use Authorization Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccination Providers) (5 through 11 years of age), DILUTE BEFORE USE, Orange Cap.
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CCOVID-19 Vaccination Program Interim Playbook for Jurisdiction Operations – September 16, 2020 Version 1.0. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 2020.
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McCurry MC. Secure disposal of vaccine vials and packaging recommendations. US Department of Defense; 2020.