In 2023 Daiichi Sankyo announced Japanese approval of its DAICHIRONA (DS-5670) mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. The approved product should be evaluated separately from other newer programs.
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In 2023 Daiichi Sankyo announced Japanese approval of its DAICHIRONA (DS-5670) mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. The approved product should be evaluated separately from other newer programs.
The PMDA review report index lists initial approval of DAICHIRONA in August 2023, followed by supplemental approvals.
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DAICHIRONA / DS-5670
SARS-CoV-2 antigen · COVID-19 prevention
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