Flu vaccine availability scarce across Pakistan markets
Drug control authorities say Chinese-made stocks are exhausted while multinational seasonal shots are expected only in November or December, and warn buyers about counterfeits.
Seasonal influenza vaccines from multinational and Chinese makers are reportedly unavailable across Pakistan.
Officials say multinational flu vaccines are expected to arrive in November or December.
Drug control authorities say limited Chinese-manufactured stocks have been exhausted.
Alleged counterfeit flu vaccines have surfaced amid the shortage.
Authorities urge purchases only from licensed pharmacies, with checks on cold chain, batch number and seal.