Japanese drugmaker Takeda's Qdenga becomes first dengue vaccine approved in India
India has approved Takeda's Qdenga, marking the country's first-ever authorized vaccine against dengue.
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The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has cleared the use of Qdenga, a vaccine developed by Japanese drugmaker Takeda. The vaccine is approved for individuals between the ages of 4 and 60.
Coverage from Reuters, NDTV, and The Indian Express highlights the vaccine's status as a national first. The Hindu and The Times of India emphasize the specific age eligibility and the medical complexities surrounding the four virus strains and the challenge of achieving immunity.
Future developments depend on the rollout of the vaccine and further explanations regarding dosing and eligibility as outlined in reports by NDTV.
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Quick answers
Who developed the vaccine?
The vaccine, named Qdenga, was developed by the Japanese drugmaker Takeda.
Who is eligible to receive the vaccine in India?
The vaccine is approved for individuals aged 4 to 60 years.
Which regulatory body approved the vaccine?
The vaccine was cleared by the DCGI.
Coverage (8)
- Takeda's Dengue Vaccine (TAK-003) Becomes India's First Approved Dengue Vaccine, Bringing Prevention to One of the World's Most At-Risk Populations Taiwan News · 1d ago
- India approves first dengue vaccine Medical Xpress · 1d ago
- City-based pvt varsity conducted dengue vaccine’s chemical trial The Times of India · 1d ago
- India Gets Its First Dengue Vaccine, QDENGA: Effectiveness, Doses, Eligibility Explained NDTV · 1d ago
- India approves first dengue vaccine for individuals aged 4 to 60 years The Hindu · 1d ago
- India approves dengue vaccine: Doctor explains the four virus strains and why immunity remains a major challenge The Times of India · 1d ago
- India’s first dengue vaccine approved: DCGI clears Takeda’s Qdenga for those aged 4 to 60 The Indian Express · 1d ago
- Japanese drugmaker Takeda's Qdenga becomes first dengue vaccine approved in India Reuters · 1d ago
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