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Cholera Vaccine in Oxford.

Two-dose oral cholera vaccine (Dukoral) at our pharmacies in Oxford, 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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£85

Two-dose oral course · £85 total
ORAL · ~2-YEAR COVER (ADULTS)
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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 to 5 need 3 doses, one week apart.

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. Indicative map - risk varies by region and season; we check current country advice at your appointment.

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 aged 2 to 5, who need 3 doses). 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. 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. Adults and children from 6 should have a booster within 2 years if they keep travelling to high-risk regions. Children aged 2 to 5 need one within 6 months. If more time has passed, you need the full course again.

Both 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. Do not eat or drink for 1 hour before and 1 hour after each dose.

Four Oxford branches · book any

Find your nearest branch.

MediPill Botley

📍 9 Westway Square, OX2 9TJ
🕒 Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:30pm · Sat 9am–2pm
📞 01865 247 023
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Headington Pharmacy

📍 207 London Road, OX3 9JA
🕒 Mon–Fri 8:30am–6pm · Closed weekends
📞 01865 765 559
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MediPill Summertown

📍 227 Banbury Road, OX2 7HQ
🕒 Mon–Fri 9am–6pm · Sat 9am–12pm
📞 01865 558 348
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MediPill Deddington

📍 The Studio, Hudson St, OX15 0SW
🕒 Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm · Sat 9am–12pm
📞 01869 337 583
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