A “nemesis” of pneumonia: Minhai Biologics’ 23-valent pneumococcal vaccine has been successfully launched.

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2019-08-22

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On August 13, 2019, the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine manufactured by Beijing Minhai Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Minhai Biotechnology) successfully passed the review of the National Medical Products Administration and obtained the batch release certificate for biological products. Following procedures such as inclusion in provincial-level vaccine procurement platforms, the product has been progressively distributed to local markets. With an annual production capacity of 10 million doses, Minhai Biotechnology’s 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine is currently the only one available in two dosage forms. It is indicated for the prevention of diseases—including pneumonia, meningitis, otitis media, and bacteremia—caused by 23 serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae, and is suitable for individuals aged 2 years and older who are at increased risk.

  On August 13, 2019, the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine manufactured by Beijing Minhai Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Minhai Biotechnology) successfully passed the review of the National Medical Products Administration and obtained the batch release certificate for biological products. Following procedures such as inclusion on provincial vaccine procurement platforms, the product has been progressively distributed to local markets.

 

 

  Minhai Biologics’ 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine has an annual production capacity of 10 million doses and is currently the only 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine available in two dosage forms, indicated for… It prevents diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis, otitis media, and bacteremia caused by 23 pneumococcal serotypes, and is indicated for susceptible individuals aged 2 years and older, particularly the elderly, individuals with normal immune function but chronic illnesses, those with compromised immunity, asymptomatic and symptomatic HIV-infected persons, patients with cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and high‑risk populations—including residents or workers in settings where exposure to pneumococcus or its complications is frequent.

  Currently, the pneumococcal vaccines available in the domestic market fall into two main categories: the 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine and the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine. Among these, the 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is primarily intended for immunization of infants and young children under the age of two.

  The Chinese Society of Preventive Medicine states in its “Technical Guidelines for the Use of Vaccines Against Streptococcus pneumoniae–Related Diseases” that: “Streptococcus pneumoniae is a major pathogen responsible for morbidity and mortality among children and the elderly in China. Vaccination is an essential measure for the prevention of pneumococcal disease.”

  The 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine, Weiminfeile, manufactured by Minhai Biotechnology, has now received batch release certification, marking its official entry into the market and providing a protective option for eligible recipients.

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