Cholera Vaccine In Highfield Pharmacy
Same-Day Appointments Available for Dukoral Oral Cholera Vaccination
Cholera Vaccine
£80
ⓘ Vaccination requirements may vary by country. Please consult with the pharmacy before booking.
About Cholera Vaccination
How Our Cholera Vaccine Service Works
Book an Appointment
Call or book online to schedule your travel health consultation. We recommend booking 6–8 weeks before departure. We also offer same-day appointments for urgent travel needs.
Attend Your Consultation
A registered healthcare practitioner listed in the PGD will assess your travel plans and administer the vaccine according to the PGD. You'll receive your first Dukoral dose during this appointment.
Receive Treatment
Complete your second cholera vaccine dose at your follow-up appointment. Protection only begins 1 week after the final dose of the full course. It saves you against Vibrio cholerae O1 infection.
What Is Cholera?
Cholera is an acute diarrhoeal infection caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. The disease spreads through contaminated water or food and causes severe, watery diarrhoea and rapid dehydration. Without prompt treatment, cholera can be fatal within hours.
How Cholera? Spreads:
- Drinking contaminated water
- Eating raw or undercooked seafood from contaminated sources
- Consuming food prepared with contaminated water
- Poor hand hygiene in affected areas
High-Risk Destinations Include:
- Sub-Saharan Africa (Kenya, Somalia, Nigeria, DRC)
- South and Southeast Asia (Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Yemen)
- Regions affected by natural disasters or humanitarian crises
- Areas with limited access to clean water and sanitation
Importance Of Cholera Vaccine Vaccination
The Dukoral vaccine provides protection against cholera and ETEC. It is the bacteria responsible for up to 40% of travellers' diarrhoea cases.
Why Cholera Vaccine matters:
Who Should Get The Cholera Vaccine?
The cholera vaccination is recommended for travellers visiting areas where cholera outbreaks are active or endemic. Our travel health specialists will assess your individual risk based on your destination, accommodation, length of stay, and activities. Booster requirements vary by age and time since completion of the initial course. Advice will be provided during your consultation in line with clinical guidance.
Cholera Vaccination Is Strongly Recommended For:
Aid workers and healthcare professionals in affected regions
Business travellers in regions with poor infrastructure
Travellers visiting friends and relatives in cholera-endemic areas
Those with reduced stomach acid (higher infection risk)
Backpackers and adventure travellers in basic accommodation
Travellers with limited access to safe food and water
Extended stays (more than 2–3 weeks) in high-risk areas
The Vaccine Is Suitable For:
Adults and children from 2 years of age
Pregnant women (after risk-benefit assessment)
Elderly travellers requiring additional protection
Who Should Not Receive The Vaccine:
Children under 2 years
Individuals with febrile illness or fever (reschedule when recovered)
Those with previous severe allergic reactions to the vaccine, including hypersensitivity to formaldehyde or any vaccine component
Symptoms Of Cholera
Many cholera infections are mild or asymptomatic, but severe cases can progress rapidly and require urgent medical treatment. Early recognition and rapid hydration are critical.
Cholera Symptoms
Symptoms can develop suddenly and may become severe within hours if dehydration is not treated promptly.
Typical cholera symptoms:
- Sudden, profuse watery diarrhoea ('rice-water stools')
- Rapid dehydration from significant fluid loss
- Vomiting alongside diarrhoea
- Severe leg cramps caused by electrolyte imbalance
- Extreme thirst, dry mouth, and sunken eyes
- Reduced urination and lethargy
- Low blood pressure and rapid heart rate
- Symptoms usually appear within 12 hours to 5 days after infection
- Most commonly develop within 2–3 days
- Severity can increase rapidly without treatment
- Severe watery diarrhoea during or after travel
- Signs of dehydration or confusion
- Persistent vomiting and weakness
- Inform healthcare providers about recent travel history
Serious side effects are rare. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing, severe swelling, widespread rash, or severe abdominal pain.
Side Effects Of Cholera Vaccination
Dukoral is generally well-tolerated. Most people experience no side effects at all. The oral vaccine requires no injection. Thus making it ideal for those with needle anxiety.
- Mild diarrhoea (resolves within 24 hours)
- Stomach cramping or gurgling
- Mild nausea
- Headache
- General feeling of being unwell
- Flatulence, vomiting, loss of appetite
- Fever, sore throat
- Resume normal activities immediately after vaccination
- Avoid eating, drinking and other oral medicines for one hour before and after each dose
- Side effects typically appear within 24 hours and resolve quickly
- Complete the full two-dose course for optimal protection
- For children 2–6 years it's three-dose course
Book Your Vaccine Today
Same-day appointments available with qualified travel health professionals.
Book AppointmentWhy Choose Our Travel Clinic in Highfield Pharmacy
Experienced Travel Health Specialists
Our pharmacists, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), have extensive training in travel medicine. We stay current with WHO and Public Health England guidance. That’s why our advice is evidence-based and tailored to your itinerary.
Comprehensive Risk Assessments
Your appointment includes thorough evaluation of your destination, season, accommodation, duration, and activities. You'll receive personalised advice on all necessary vaccinations, malaria prevention, and staying healthy abroad.
Same-Day Appointments
You can avail flexible scheduling including same-day options for urgent pre-departure needs. We recommend booking 6–8 weeks ahead when possible, but we accommodate last-minute travellers.
Convenient Central Location
We are easily accessible from town centre, Langley, Cippenham, and surrounding Berkshire areas. Convenient appointment times around your work and family commitments.
Complete Travel Health Service
Full range of travel vaccines including yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis A/B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, and meningitis. We also supply antimalarial medication. We strive to be your one-stop destination for all travel health needs.
Transparent Pricing
Clear, upfront costs with no hidden fees. We discuss all charges during your consultation so you can plan confidently.