Shanchol Oral Vaccine
In Prevention of Cholera Cholera is a dangerous disease that can cause death if not treated right away. It is caused by a germ called Vibrio cholerae, and is spread most often through contaminated food or water. Shanchol Oral Vaccine works by causing the body …
About this Medicine
Shanchol Oral Vaccine helps prevent cholera. It can be given to anyone above the age of 1 year 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. Cholera vaccine is usually given orally (by mouth) as a single dose. You will receive this suspension in a clinic or other healthcare setting. This vaccine should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 1 hour after eating.The most common side effects include fever, vomiting, abdominal pain, itching, rashes, nausea, weakness, cough, vertigo, and dryness in the mouth. They do not normally last very long. Sitting or lying down can sometimes help. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.Before having the Shanchol Oral Vaccine, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some other medicines may react with the cholera vaccine so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well. You should consult your doctor first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How it Works
Shanchol Oral Vaccine 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.
Key Facts
Chemical Class :: Vaccines|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: VACCINES|Action Class :: Killed vaccine
Safety Overview
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