What is Vaxchora: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Vaxchora

• A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this vaccine. It is given by mouth as a single dose for a minimum of 10 days before potential exposure to cholera.

• Drink the full contents of the cup within 15 minutes of mixing the vaccine.

• Do not eat or drink for 60 minutes before or after receiving this vaccine.

• Do not eat or drink for 60 minutes before or after receiving this vaccine.

• Drink the full contents of the cup within 15 minutes of mixing the vaccine.

• A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this vaccine. It is given by mouth as a single dose for a minimum of 10 days before potential exposure to cholera.

What to do if you miss a dose of Vaxchora

Vaxchora contraindications

• This vaccine is not right for everyone. You should not receive this vaccine if you had an allergic reaction to cholera vaccine.

Vaxchora warnings

• Tell your doctor if you spend time with a person who has an immune system problem or is getting cancer medicines. Your doctor may recommend ways (such as proper hand washing after using the bathroom or before preparing or handling food) to help prevent the spread of vaccine virus to other people.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a weak immune system, including bone marrow disease, cancer, or AIDS.

Vaxchora interactions

• If you are using chloroquine, take this vaccine at least 10 days before using it.

• Some foods and medicines can affect how this vaccine works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Cancer medicinesRadiation treatmentSteroids (including dexamethasone, prednisolone, prednisone)

• If you are using antibiotics, tell your doctor before receiving this vaccine. You should not receive antibiotics given by mouth or by injection within 14 days of getting this vaccine.