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Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated)

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Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) Uses

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) is used to prevent prevention of Rabies, cholera, prevention of Cholera, Polio, prevention of Hepatitis A infection and influenza (flu).

How Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) works

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) is an inactivated vaccine (made from a dead bacteria). It helps develop immunity by forming antibodies, which are proteins that protect against infection caused by cholera bacteria.

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Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

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Dr. Shilpa Garcha

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

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Dr. Radhika Dua

MDS, BDS

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Dr. Shilpa Garcha

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Written By

Dr. Sakshi Sharma

BDS

Reviewed By

Dr. Ashish Ranjan

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Written By

Dr. Sakshi Sharma

BDS

Reviewed By

Dr. Ashish Ranjan

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Shilpa Garcha

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Written By

Dr. Sakshi Sharma

BDS

Reviewed By

Dr. Ashish Ranjan

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

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28 Mar 2025 | 06:30 AM (UTC)

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Expert advice for Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) helps prevent cholera.
It can be given to anyone above the age of 1 year.
It is given orally. Two doses are given at an interval of at least two weeks.
The protective effect begins within 7-10 days of completion of the vaccination schedule.
Inform your doctor if you or your child has an infection with a high temperature, as vaccination may need to be delayed until recovery.

Frequently asked questions for Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated)

Q. How is Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) given?

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) is usually given orally (by mouth) as a single dose. This vaccine comes in a powdered form which is first mixed with water before taking it. Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) will be given only in a hospital setting or under a similar setting such as a clinic by a doctor. This vaccine should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 1 hour after eating.

Q. When should Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) be given?

The effect of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) starts appearing after about 1 week of taking it. Booster doses are recommended after 2 years for adults, children of age 6 years or more, and every 6 months for children of age 2–5 years. The vaccine should not be given to children under 2 years of age.

Q. What will happen if cholera is left untreated?

Severe cholera, if left untreated, kills about half of affected individuals. Cholera is an acute diarrheal disease that can kill within hours if proper treatment is not given. If the severe diarrhea is not treated, it can result in life-threatening dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.

Q. Do I need a cholera vaccination?

Vaccine for cholera is available, but most people don't need it. It is usually only recommended if you are travelling to an area where there are active cases of cholera. The vaccine can also be suggested if you need to visit remote places where access to medical care is not easily available.

Q. Why is Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) important?

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) is very effective in preventing severe diarrhea (watery poop) and frequent vomiting caused by cholera. Cholera symptoms can lead to dehydration (state of not having enough water in the body), kidney failure or even coma if not treated right away.