Cholera Vaccine (Dukoral)
Quick Answer
Dukoral oral cholera vaccine at Peel Travel Clinic protects against cholera and also prevents enterotoxigenic E. coli, the leading cause of travellers' diarrhea.
About this Service
Cholera is a severe bacterial infection causing acute watery diarrhea and rapid dehydration. While rare in developed countries, cholera remains endemic in parts of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, particularly in regions with poor sanitation. Dukoral is an oral cholera vaccine that protects against the disease and is recommended for humanitarian workers, aid workers, and travellers to high-risk areas. An important benefit of Dukoral is that it also provides cross-protective immunity against enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC), the leading cause of travellers' diarrhea.
Dukoral is administered as two oral doses, taken one week apart, at least one week before travel. The vaccine is taken as a beverage mixed with water and is well-tolerated with minimal side effects. Protection begins approximately one week after the second dose and lasts 2–3 years. Because Dukoral is an oral vaccine, it is taken at home with water on an empty stomach (no food one hour before or after vaccination). It is an excellent option for travellers planning extended stays or working in humanitarian settings where diarrheal disease is a significant risk.
If you are planning humanitarian work or travelling to high-risk areas, call Peel Travel Clinic at (905) 890-2757, located at 550 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 107, Mississauga, to discuss whether Dukoral is right for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the cholera vaccine (Dukoral) administered?
Dukoral is administered as an oral vaccine — you mix it with water and drink it. Two doses are given one week apart, on an empty stomach. No food should be consumed one hour before or after vaccination. This makes it convenient and needle-free. Call Peel Travel Clinic at (905) 890-2757 to book your consultation and receive detailed instructions.
Does Dukoral protect against travellers' diarrhea?
Yes, Dukoral provides cross-protective immunity against enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC), which causes most cases of travellers' diarrhea. This dual protection makes Dukoral an excellent choice for travellers concerned about gastrointestinal illness. Speak with our travel health team at Peel Travel Clinic at (905) 890-2757 to determine if Dukoral is right for you.
Who should get the cholera vaccine?
Humanitarian workers, aid workers, and travellers spending extended time in cholera-endemic regions (parts of Africa, Asia, and Latin America) should consider vaccination. Regular tourists with brief stays in urban areas have lower risk, but we recommend speaking with our travel health team at Peel Travel Clinic at (905) 890-2757 to determine if this vaccine is right for you.
How long does Dukoral protection last?
Dukoral provides protection for 2–3 years against cholera and ETEC. If you continue to travel to high-risk areas, a booster dose is recommended every 2–3 years. Call Peel Travel Clinic at (905) 890-2757 to schedule your booster vaccination.
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