Dr. Koliou: Members of the Epidemiological team wanted to withdraw AstraZeneca (BINTEO)

"AstraZeneca is a very good vaccine, however, some of its side effects are quite serious despite being very rare. "By giving it, thousands of lives have been saved, especially abroad, which count how much a vaccine helps", said in the SIGMA show "Front Page", Dr. Maria Koliou.

But since there is the possibility of serious side effects even very rarely, now that we have reached a good point we have the "luxury" to reduce even this very rare risk, reducing its use at a young age, he added.

Asked to comment on whether there were Scientists in the Epidemiological team who suggested the withdrawal of this vaccine, Ms. Kolio answered yes.

At first, he added, we all agreed that its use should be limited, and beyond that there were indeed voices that wanted it to be withdrawn altogether, as we managed to beat the big wave of the pandemic.

For those who received the first dose of AstraZeneca, however, are afraid to take the second, Ms. Koliou explained that if one took the first dose without the serious side effects appearing, one can proceed fearlessly to the second dose.

For those who have had serious side effects, it is possible to get a vaccine of another technology, but we do not encourage this mix of vaccines, he stressed, as there may be increased side effects.

Invited to comment if we go to new relaxations, Ms. Koliou noted that it has not been discussed in the Commission nor have they been asked to give opinions, but I understand that there is this general mood, he added.

Source: Sigmalive