Typhoid fever vaccination

There are two different types of vaccines available against typhoid fever. Both vaccines offer approximately 60 to 70% protection from fourteen days to three years after administration.

Typhim Vi®

• Typhim Vi® is an injectable vaccine.

• The dose consists of one injection.

• Can be administered from two years of age and during pregnancy.

Vivotif®

• Vivotif® is a live, attenuated oral vaccine.

• The dose consists of three capsules - one capsule on Day 0, 2 and 4.

• To be taken on an empty stomach.

• Store in a cool (between 2°C and 8°C), dark place.

• The capsules may not be opened or dissolved.

• Antibiotics and some anti-malaria tablets can reduce the effect of this vaccine.

• Can be administered from five years of age, but not during pregnancy.

When is typoid fever vaccination recommended?

• If you will be staying in India, Pakistan or Bangladesh for more than three weeks.
• If you will be staying in another country that poses a risk of typhoid fever for more than three weeks and:
  • This is your country of origin and you will be staying with family or friends.
  • Or if you will be staying in poor hygienic conditions.