News | May 18, 2021
Remdesivir production increased to 119 lakh vials per month
Number of approved manufacturing sites of Remdesivir in the country has increased from 22 sites to 60
Number of approved manufacturing sites of Remdesivir in the country has increased from 22 sites to 60
A total quantum of more than 4.39 crore doses was also available for direct procurement by the states as well as private hospitals in the month of May 2021
Proactively engaging with foreign vaccine manufacturers like Moderna, Pfizer etc., to apply for Emergency Use Authorization in India so that these vaccines can be easily imported and made available in India
The additional allocation of Tocilizumab will ensure sufficient availability for COVID-19 patients and augment the government’s efforts to fight the pandemic
The Department of Pharma has allocated this drug amongst the states/UTs based on expected supply that will be available from May 10 to May 31, 2021
Favipiravir is close to Remdesivir, Remdesivir is used to treat moderate to severe cases while Favipiravir is used to treat mild to moderate cases
State governments and UTs have been asked to monitor proper distribution within the state/UT covering government and private hospitals
The drug accumulates in the virus infected cells and prevents virus growth by stopping viral synthesis and energy production
Much-needed diagnostics supplies will help accelerate testing capabilities of hospitals and clinics across India
The U.S. Development Finance Corporation is funding a substantial expansion of manufacturing capability for BioE, the vaccine manufacturer in India
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