London – According to The Telegraph, amid “rare and dangerous side effect” of its COVID-19 vaccine, UK-based pharmaceutical manufacturer AstraZeneca has announced withdrawal of its inoculation jab. It will also be withdraw Vaxzevria’s marketing authorisations within Europe. The firm’s application to withdraw the vaccine was made on March 5 and came into effect on May 7.
Ottawa – All COVID-19 vaccines authorized in Canada are proven safe, effective and of high quality. Name: AstraZeneca Vaxzevria® COVID-19 vaccine Manufacturer: AstraZeneca Canada Inc and Verity/SII (COVISHIELD) Type: Viral vector-based Status: Approved by Health Canada Approved for: Age 18 and older How it’s given: Injection in muscle (usually the upper arm) Number of doses: 2 doses Note: The COVISHIELD version of this vaccine provided a temporary …
