Cholera Vaccines
General English name: Cholera Vaccines
Application: Cholera
Cholera vaccine forms
Cholera vaccine medication information
The correct amount and method of consumption
Contraindications to the cholera vaccine
Use of cholera vaccine during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of Cholera Vaccines on driving
Cholera vaccine drug interaction
Cholera Vaccines Warning
Complications of cholera vaccine
Complications of Cholera Vaccines Overdose (Cholera Vaccine Poisoning)
Storage conditions of Cholera Vaccines
Cholera vaccine forms
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Cholera vaccine medication information
The cholera vaccine is used to prevent a cholera infection caused by a specific bacterium (V. cholerae). Eating contaminated food or drinking water can cause a person to become infected with the bacterium. The cholera vaccine is recommended for adults who go to areas where cholera infection is common. The cholera vaccine contains live and weak bacteria and produces antibodies against this bacterium in the body, thus protecting the body against the disease.
To prevent getting cholera, you should avoid contaminated food or water (mineral water, boiled water, and well-cooked foods) while traveling.
The correct amount and method of consumption
Carefully read the package leaflet before starting the cholera vaccine treatment. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
The cholera vaccine is usually given by a nurse or doctor 10 days before traveling to high-risk areas.
Avoid eating and drinking 1 hour before and 1 hour after the cholera vaccine.
Contraindications to the cholera vaccine
Note the expiration date of the cholera vaccine, and do not take the medicine if it has expired.
Never give Cholera Vaccines to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with the cholera vaccine, and if you are using a drug that interacts with this cholera, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Use of cholera vaccine during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily and without consulting your doctor.
The effect of Cholera Vaccines on driving
The cholera vaccine does not cause drowsiness or dizziness, there is no need to avoid driving or operating machinery.
Cholera vaccine drug interaction
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
If you are taking oral or injectable antibiotics, you should not get the cholera vaccine for 14 days after taking the antibiotic.
Avoid taking certain medications (chloroquine) to prevent malaria while receiving the cholera vaccine. Take this vaccine at least 10 days before starting treatment with chloroquine.
Cholera Vaccines Warning
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking the cholera vaccine:
- If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or if you are breast-feeding.
- If you have an immune system problem.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.
Complications of cholera vaccine
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
Diarrhea: Drink plenty of water to replenish lost water.
Important Note: The cholera vaccine may rarely cause allergic drug reactions. See your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms:
Difficulty breathing or any swelling of the mouth and face
Skin urticaria
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel are due to the use of Cholera Vaccines.
Complications of Cholera Vaccines Overdose (Cholera Vaccine Poisoning)
This medicine is injected by a doctor and there is no possibility of poisoning.
Storage conditions of Cholera Vaccines
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.