STAT+: Sanofi is reprimanded by a U.K. trade group for misleading claims about a Pfizer vaccine

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Source: STAT News

Original: https://www.statnews.com/pharmalot/2026/02/02/pfizer-sanofi-rsv-vaccine-uk/?utm_...

Published: Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:47:59 +0000

Sanofi has been reprimanded by a UK trade group for making misleading claims about its RSV vaccine. The group accused her of disparaging a competing product from Pfizer. Sanofi broke the rules by spreading false information about the Pfizer vaccine. The criticism relates specifically to claims that portrayed the Pfizer vaccine in a bad light. A UK trade group has issued an official reprimand. This case highlights the violation of ethical standards in drug advertising. Sanofi must adhere to accurate facts about the competition in the future.