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2022

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which is the first vaccine to be granted emergency use authorisation in India, for children in the 5 to 12 years age group?

A	Corbevax
B	Novavax
C	Covaxin
D	Covishield

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -BE has manufactured 30 crore doses of CORBEVAX and have already supplied nearly 10 crore doses to the Government of India. Currently, over 3 crore doses of CORBEVAX have been administered in children between 12-15 years of age.

Detailed explanation-2: -Diphtheria Pertussis & Tetanus (DPT) - Booster 2 The second of two doses, DPT vaccine is to be given to your child when they are 5-6 years old. Potential side effects of this vaccine include: Soreness or swelling around the area of the vaccine shot.

Detailed explanation-3: -Interestingly, the drug controller general of India (DCGI) approved two vaccines - Corbevax for children aged 5-12 years and Covaxin for kids aged 6-12 years - in April this year.

Detailed explanation-4: -SAGE has thoroughly assessed the data on safety and efficacy of the vaccine and has recommended its use for people aged 18 and above.

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