Pune, April 11: Pune district administration has ordered that hospitals will have to make Remdesivir available for COVID-19 patients, and also launched a dedicated helpline to ensure the smooth distribution of the anti-viral drug.

Owing to the shortage of Remdesivir injections in Pune city, the administration has issued a notification stating that the drug will not be sold over-the-counter. Pune Reports 12,377 New Cases, 87 Deaths in Past 24 Hours.

Authorities have also started a new helpline for those who need Remdesivir. "Those who need the drug can call on 020-26123371 or call 1077," tweeted Murlidhar Mohol, Mayor of Pune Municipal Corporation.

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