The DGCI has directed Bharat Biotech to submit safety data including the data on adverse events with proper analysis within a span of 15 days for the first two months.
First dose of Covid-19 vaccination given to almost 50 lakh children aged 12 to 14 - The nationwide COVID vaccination started on January 16, 2021 and new phase of universalization of COVID vaccination commenced from June 21, 2021.
Corbevax - 10 points about India s first RBD protein Covid vaccine for 12-14 years - Corbevax is administered intramuscularly. Two doses are given at an interval of 28 days. It s the cheapest vaccine with cost of 2 doses below Rs 400.
Corbevax Covid-19 vaccine gets restricted emergency use nod for adolescents aged 12 to 18 - However, the government has not taken a decision yet on vaccinating those aged below 15 years.