Covaxin Phase-3 trials begins in Karnataka

December 02, 2020 19:54

Karnataka is fully prepared for the distribution of COVID-19 vaccine, Health and Medical Education Minister K Sudhakar said on Wednesday, as phase-III clinical trial of "Covaxin" being developed by Bharat Biotech

began in the state.

The minister said it was a matter of pride for the state with clinical trials taking place at 25 centres of 12 states across the country.

He said 26,000 people were being administered the vaccine with 1,600-1,800 people being vaccinated on a trial bais in Karnataka.

People should be wary of rumours and misinformation during this trial period, he was quoted as saying by his office at the launch of the 3rd phase clinical trials of Covaxin at Vydehi Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre.

Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa participated in the event.

Clintrac International Pvt Ltd and Vydehi Hospital have partnered to initiate the third phase of the trial, and the vaccine will be given to the volunteers in two doses, the first on Wednesday.

The second dose will be administered on December 30, officials said.

Sudhakar said there may be side effects of vaccination and experts will be observing it carefully and there was no need for panic at this stage. -- PTI

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