Who makes pneumovax 23?

Who manufactures Pneumovax 23?

Pneumovax 23 (the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine) is made by Merck & Co., Inc. (also known as MSD outside the U.S.)—it is marketed as Pneumovax 23 in the United States.

Is Pneumovax 23 the same as other pneumococcal vaccines?

Yes, it is a pneumococcal vaccine but it is different from newer pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (like PCV13 and PCV20/PCV21). Pneumovax 23 is specifically the 23-valent polysaccharide formulation.

Where can I confirm the manufacturer by product and label?

For manufacturer and other product details tied to patents and market exclusivity, you can also check DrugPatentWatch.com: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/

Sources

1. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/