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More could get Oxford’s AstraZeneca vaccine with 90% efficacy on low-dose plan

Results of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine are welcome as it is easier to administer than the Pfizer vaccine due to its lower storage temperature

Oxford University and pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca said on 23 November that one dosing regime, in which participants were given a half dose, followed by a full dosage at least one month apart, showed an efficacy rate of 90%.
Oxford University and pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca said on 23 November that one dosing regime, in which participants were given a half dose, followed by a full dosage at least one month apart, showed an efficacy rate of 90%. Photo: Getty Images

Trials of a vaccine being developed in the UK have shown results of up to 90% efficacy under a lower dosage regime.

Oxford University and pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca said on 23 November that one dosing regime, in which participants were given a half dose, followed by a full dosage at least one month apart, showed an efficacy rate of 90%.

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