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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Julia Kollewe

Sanofi and GSK seek approval for Covid-19 vaccine

The vaccine was delayed for various reasons, including an early dosing error during trials.
The vaccine was delayed for various reasons, including an early dosing error during trials. Photograph: Joel Saget/AFP/Getty Images

The French and British drugmakers Sanofi and GSK are ready to seek approval from regulators for their Covid-19 vaccine after reporting positive results from late-stage clinical trials.

The firms are hoping to catch up with rivals after falling far behind in the race to develop Covid-19 shots. Their product was delayed by an early dosing error during trials, initially disappointing results in older people and other issues. It will be available as a two-dose vaccine and as a booster.

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