Cholera vaccine

A cholera vaccination is recommended for travelers visiting territories of active transmission

This vaccine is not required but it is recommended for travelers 18–64 years old who plan to visit areas that are risky with regard to cholera.
Check whether your destination has active transmission of cholera here:

The cholera vaccine should not be given to the following:

• People who were allergic to a previous cholera vaccination
• People who have been treated with antibiotics within the last 14 days

Please talk to your health providers for more details.

The cholera vaccine should be received at least 10 days before departure.

Yes! The vaccine will provide some immunity at the beginning of your trip. You will need to follow additional preventive measures until you develop full protection.
After 10 days you will have over 90% protection.

No! The extra (unnecessary) dose of the cholera vaccine will not harm you.

Please check the date of your last vaccination. Cholera vaccine offers protection for only three to six months. You will need a booster dose if it has been more than six months since your last vaccination.

Unfortunately, the United States has no nationwide system that maintains vaccine administration records. You can try to find your records by following the suggestions below.

It is unknown whether cholera vaccine (Vaxchora) is safe for pregnant women. Additionally, more research is needed to establish whether it is effective for pregnant women.

Cholera vaccine is a live vaccine, which theoretically may harm an unborn baby. Usually, it is recommended that pregnancy be postponed for four weeks after getting a live vaccine.

Cholera vaccine [4] Cholera Vaccine (Oral Route) https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/cholera-vaccine-oral-route/description/drg-20062780 is safe and effective. Serious side effects are extremely rare, and they are associated with an allergic reaction. But as with any vaccine, some adverse effects are possible:

It is important to recognize cholera vaccine–associated side effects and know what action to take. See the table below.

• Wash your hands with soap and water (especially before you eat)
• Do not use ice in your drinks (you can’t know whether it was made from clean water)
• Do not eat street food
• Avoid sharing food with locals

In addition to avoiding contaminated food and water, you should also try to avoid other risky activities, such as the following:

• Staying with locals
• Doing aid work in outbreak territories
• Living in accommodations with poor sanitary conditions

Anywhere that lacks proper sanitation is considered to be high-risk for cholera acquisition.