Cholera Vaccination

Cholera Vaccination is available at our clinic in Glasgow. Book your appointment today.

Cholera is a bacterial infection that can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration. The disease is typically spread through contaminated food or water, and it is most common in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene. Cholera symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include watery diarrhea, vomiting, and leg cramps. In severe cases, cholera can lead to dehydration, shock, and even death.

Why am I at risk of getting Cholera?

Cholera is a risk for individuals traveling to countries that are known to have outbreaks of Cholera, these countries are known as cholera-endemic countries. Your risk of contracting cholera is increased further still if visiting areas with a known outbreak or working in areas where standards of sanitation may be poor.

How can I prevent a Cholera infection?

Preventing cholera involves practicing good hygiene, such as washing your hands regularly, drinking clean water, and avoiding food and drinks that may be contaminated. If you are traveling to an area where cholera is common, it is recommended that you receive a cholera vaccine and take other precautions to protect yourself from the disease.

Cholera Vaccination

Cholera can be prevented through vaccination. Unlike most vaccines, the Cholera vaccine is not an injection but a drink.

Two doses of the vaccine are drunk at least one week apart with protection lasting 2 years from the date of the last dose.

What side effects could I expect from a Cholera vaccine?

The oral Cholera vaccine is safe and effective; adverse events are infrequent. The cholera vaccine is an inactivated vaccine, this means it cannot cause the disease that we are attempting to protect you against. Typical adverse events are usually limited to:

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Stomach discomfort
• Loose stools and or Diarrhoea

These symptoms will usually resolve within a few days and are the most commonly reported adverse events.