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✓ NaTHNaC-aligned · Oxford Travel Clinic

Cholera Vaccine

in Oxford.
Two-dose oral cholera vaccine (Dukoral) for travellers heading to high-risk regions across Africa, parts of Asia, Latin America and active outbreak areas. Full protection ~1 week after dose 2. NaTHNaC-aligned travel-health briefing on the day.
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Price per course

£85

Two-dose oral course · £85 total
DUKORAL · ORAL · ~2-YEAR COVER (ADULTS)
DoseScheduleCover
Dose 1Day 0Included
Dose 21–6 weeks laterIncluded
BoosterEvery 2 years (adults)£85
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Allow 7+ days after dose 2 before travel. Suitable for adults and children aged 2 years and over – children aged 2–6 need a 3rd dose at the booster interval.

Clinical brief · Cholera

What every traveller should know.

Three things every traveller should understand before boarding.
Cholera Vaccine
Cholera - endemic across sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia & Latin America

Transmission

Cholera spreads through food and water contaminated with Vibrio cholerae bacteria – typically in regions with poor sanitation or active outbreaks. Risk is highest with unfiltered water, ice, undercooked seafood and street food.

Geography

Endemic across sub-Saharan Africa, parts of South Asia, Yemen, Haiti and Latin America, with periodic outbreaks elsewhere. NaTHNaC recommends Dukoral for travellers to high-risk regions, aid workers and visitors with limited access to safe water.

Immunity & dosing

Dukoral is taken as two oral doses 1–6 weeks apart, giving around 85% protection that lasts ~2 years in adults (6 months in children 2–6, who need a third dose). It also provides short-term protection against ETEC (traveller’s diarrhoea).

Symptoms to watch for

Symptoms of Cholera.

If you develop these within 1–3 weeks of return from an endemic region, contact NHS 111 – mention recent travel.

Watery diarrhoea

Rice-water stools, very high volume.

Vomiting

Often forceful, contributing to fluid loss.

Rapid dehydration

Within hours in severe cases.

Muscle cramps

Calves, arms - from electrolyte loss.

Sunken eyes / shock

Severe dehydration sign - emergency.

Reduced urine output

Low or no urine - kidneys struggling.

Low blood pressure

Light-headed, fainting - call 999.

Eligibility checklist

You should book cholera vaccine if…

  • Travelling to cholera-endemic regions (sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Yemen, Haiti, Latin America).
  • Aid worker, NGO or healthcare worker heading to outbreak areas.
  • Limited access to safe water or refugee/camp settings.
  • Aged 2 years and over with no listed contraindications.
  • NaTHNaC-aligned travel-health briefing on the day.
Not suitable for children under 2 years (Vi vaccine) – oral Dukoral is licensed from age 5. Severe allergy to a previous dose excludes. Pregnancy: weigh up exposure risk with pharmacist.
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cholera FAQ

Common questions, answered.

Ideally at least 7 days after dose 2 for full protection. Doses are taken 1–6 weeks apart, so plan 2–6 weeks ahead. Last-minute travellers still benefit from partial protection.

Yes – every 2 years for adults if you continue travelling to high-risk regions. Children aged 2–6 need a booster every 6 months.

Both Dukoral doses, GPhC-registered pharmacist consultation, NaTHNaC-aligned travel risk briefing for your destination, and an aftercare information card.

All four Oxford branches stock Dukoral – Botley, Headington, Summertown and Deddington. Same-day appointments are usually available, but book ahead in peak travel seasons.

Children under 2 years, people with severe allergy to a previous dose or vaccine components, and certain acute gastrointestinal illnesses. Pregnancy: discuss with our pharmacist on the day.

Most people get mild stomach upset, nausea or loose stools for 24–48 hours. Serious reactions are very rare. Drink plenty of water for 1 hour either side of each dose.

Four Oxford branches · 1 row · book any

Find your nearest branch.

MediPill Botley

📍 9 Westway Square, OX2 9TJ
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01865 247 023
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Headington Pharmacy

📍 207 London Road, OX3 9JA
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01865 765 559
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MediPill Summertown

📍 227 Banbury Road, OX2 7HQ
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01865 558 348
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MediPill Deddington

📍 The Studio, Hudson St, OX15 0SW
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01869 337 583
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