Do you also have questions about the use of Coronavirus vaccine? Here is every answer

Shikha Chaurasia

New Delhi, January 04, 2021: Although the approval of emergency use of two vaccines have been granted in the country, there are many questions about vaccines in the minds of people, which need to be answered. Let us find the answers to these questions based on conversations with experts.

Two vaccines are approved, which vaccine will be administered to a person, how will it be decided?

The possibility is that the government will apply different vaccines according to the states. Some states can receive the Serum Institute’s vaccine while some may receive Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin. There will be no disturbance or discomfort in applying the second dose. However, Covin software will record which vaccine is given to which person.

When will vaccines come to the market?

It is believed that the government will buy both the vaccines which it will use to vaccinate those placed in priority groups. Their number is around 300 million. That is, the government needs 60 crore doses. Only after this is complete, the government will allow the vaccine to be sold in the market.

Will Pfizer, Moderna, Sputnik vaccines be approved?

These vaccines can also be approved. Pfizer has applied for emergency approval and Sputnik’s trials are underway. These companies will also apply so in the coming time, these three vaccines will also come to our country. Cadila vaccine is also in the third stage. Many more vaccines are also being prepared in the world. More vaccines will arrive in the second half.

What will happen with the introduction of multiple vaccines?

If many more vaccines are approved in the country and the production capacity increases, the government will also allow the vaccines to be sold in the market and people will be able to buy and administer the vaccines themselves.

What will the prices of vaccines in the market be like?

It’s hard to say right now, but it depends on how many vaccines are in the market. The vaccines which are being manufactured in the country will definitely be less compared to the cost of other vaccines.

What does emergency use mean?

The two vaccines are currently limited and have been approved for emergency use. One meaning of this is that it is to be used under full medical supervision. The effect will also be monitored. But, some things are clear. Prior to approval, it is confirmed that the emergency clearance that is being granted is in effect. There is no better option at this time. If more effective medicine comes then the emergency approval can also be withdrawn. If the drug or vaccine is successful during medical monitoring, it will be granted final approval.

What does limited emergency use mean?

Large-scale use is prohibited during such clearances, but no number is set for use. Especially when the vaccine is to be applied to 1.25 billion population of the country, in this case, applying vaccines on one or two crore people will also be considered as limited use.

How many vaccines are in operation in India?

Work is underway on a total of nine vaccines. Two have received emergency approval. There are seven different stages.

Who will get vaccinated first?

One crore health workers are to be vaccinated first in the first phase. This includes all government and private health workers. Then there are two crore frontline workers, who are engaged in Coronavirus prevention work, which includes policemen, government personnel etc. After this, there are 27 crore people who already have a disease and may be more at risk.

Will everyone get free vaccines?

So far, only one crore health workers and 20 million frontline workers will have a free vaccine. The remaining 27 crore is yet to be decided, but if the state governments wish, they can apply for a free vaccination program. Many states have also announced free vaccination.

Will these three groups get vaccinated together?

This will depend on the availability of the vaccine in the coming days.