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Vaxigrip QIV

Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd · Phase 3 active Biologic ✓ Verified May 2026

Vaxigrip QIV is a Inactivated vaccine Biologic drug developed by Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Prevention of influenza disease caused by four different strains of the influenza virus.

Vaxigrip QIV is a quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine that stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies against four different influenza viruses.

Vaxigrip QIV is a tetravalent inactivated influenza vaccine used to prevent influenza. It is administered as a single dose of 0.5 mL to individuals at risk for severe and complicated influenza.

Likelihood of approval
60.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Anti-infectives pathway favourability +2.0pp
    Microbiological endpoints + non-inferiority designs raise approval rates above baseline.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameVaxigrip QIV
SponsorSinovac Biotech Co., Ltd
Drug classInactivated vaccine
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

This vaccine works by introducing inactivated forms of the influenza viruses to the body, which triggers an immune response and helps to protect against future infections. The quadrivalent formulation includes two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses, providing protection against a broader range of strains.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Vaxigrip QIV

What is Vaxigrip QIV?

Vaxigrip QIV is a Inactivated vaccine drug developed by Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd, indicated for Prevention of influenza disease caused by four different strains of the influenza virus.

How does Vaxigrip QIV work?

Vaxigrip QIV is a quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine that stimulates the body's immune system to produce antibodies against four different influenza viruses.

What is Vaxigrip QIV used for?

Vaxigrip QIV is indicated for Prevention of influenza disease caused by four different strains of the influenza virus.

Who makes Vaxigrip QIV?

Vaxigrip QIV is developed by Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd (see full Sinovac Biotech Co., Ltd pipeline at /company/sinovac-biotech-co-ltd).

What drug class is Vaxigrip QIV in?

Vaxigrip QIV belongs to the Inactivated vaccine class. See all Inactivated vaccine drugs at /class/inactivated-vaccine.

What development phase is Vaxigrip QIV in?

Vaxigrip QIV is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Vaxigrip QIV?

Common side effects of Vaxigrip QIV include Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site, Fatigue, Headache.

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