Pfizer has submitted data to potentially ease storage requirements for its COVID-19 vaccine. The company said the vaccine has demonstrated stability when stored at -25 degrees Celsius to -15 degrees Celsius, which is commonly found in pharmaceutical freezers and refrigerators. PFIZER COVID-19 VACCINE 85% EFFECTIVE AFTER SINGLE DOSE, ISRAELI RESEARCHERS FINDBefore being diluted, the vaccine may also be refirgerated for up to five days at standard refigerator temperature, and then must be administered at room temperature. The company said in a news release Friday, that if approved, the update would provide greater flexibility for shipping and distribution. If approved, this new storage option would offer pharmacies and vaccination centers greater flexibility in how they manage their supply."

Source: Fox News February 19, 2021 13:29 UTC