Philippines – First Asian country to approve sale of “Dengvaxia”

The Philippines became the first Asian country to approve the sale of the world’s first-ever dengue vaccine “Dengvaxia” for the prevention of disease caused by four dengue types in individuals from 9-45 years of age.

• Dengvaxia is manufactured by French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi.
• The vaccine is approved by Philippines’ Food and Drug Administration.