Typhoid is a serious bacterial infection common in South Asia, Africa and Latin America single injection or oral course no waiting list.
(Typhim Vi / Vivotif)
In a speedy appointment with a pharmacist, we’ll confirm the best vaccine form for your trip and health history.
No referral needed. Confirm your appointment in minutes.
Your pharmacist reviews your history and confirms vaccine eligibility.
Injection given on the day or oral capsules to take home.
Your vaccination record is emailed with food hygiene advice.
Typhoid is common in South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America, with risk increasing dramatically where sanitation and potable water are lacking.
One of the highest typhoid burdens globally, vaccination recommended for all travellers.
Significant drug-resistant typhoid risk; vaccination is strongly recommended for all travellers.
Typhoid widespread; all travellers advised to vaccinate, especially those visiting family.
Consistent typhoid risk, especially important for those eating outside large tourist hotels.
Typhoid is well-documented, and vaccination is strongly recommended alongside other destination-specific vaccines.
Endemic across the country, especially important for backpackers and street food eaters.
Country guidance is updated regularly. Your pharmacist will verify all recommendations in your appointment based on your particular destination and travel style.
Bacterial infection transmitted through contaminated food and water; untreated, it can lead to life-threatening complications.
Symptoms usually begin 1 to 3 weeks after exposure with fever, headache, fatigue, loss of appetite and stomach pain gradually increasing. Without treatment with antibiotics , typhoid can cause intestinal perforation , internal bleeding , and in extreme cases , death .
This single-dose injection works for anyone aged 2 or older, providing up to 3 years of protection. If you have allergies to formaldehyde or casein, please mention them.
Take 3 capsules over 5 days. Suitable for ages 5+. Keep refrigerated, take with water before meals, and avoid combining with antibiotics or antimalarials. Ask us about the right timing.
Recommended for most travellers to endemic areas, particularly those visiting family, eating locally or staying outside tourist accommodation.
The typhoid vaccine is your strongest protection, but food and water hygiene remains essential, as no vaccine is 100% effective.
Travellers visiting friends and family in endemic countries
Stay in private homes with higher exposure to local food and water
Backpackers and budget travellers
More likely to eat street food and stay in variable-hygiene accommodation
Long-stay travellers
Extended exposure significantly raises cumulative risk of contaminated food or water contact
Travellers to rural and remote areas
Limited sanitation infrastructure means higher transmission rates than tourist centres
Children aged 2+ in endemic regions
Same food and water exposure as adults, eligible for Typhim Vi from age 2
Those with reduced stomach acid
PPIs and H2 blockers reduce the natural barrier against Salmonella Typhi
Typhoid vaccination is your strongest defence, but food and water hygiene remains essential, as no typhoid vaccine is 100% effective.
Every appointment is led by a pharmacist who has spent a career doing this.
Mandeep Sandhu has been a pharmacist since 2006, qualifying at Aberdeen. Travel health has been the real focus of his career. He has an independent prescriber qualification with yellow fever accreditation and NaTHNaC training and has spent over a decade helping people travel safely.
He is a keen traveller himself and understands that no two trips are the same. Every patient receives the time and advice that their trip actually needs.
Qualified pharmacist registered with the GPhC
Authorised to prescribe and supply travel medications independently
Certified to administer the yellow fever vaccine and issue the ICVP certificate
Travel health training aligned with UK national guidance
Colchester Travel Clinic is easy to reach with free on-site parking and appointments available six days a week.
We’re an independent, pharmacist-led clinic where you’re seen by the same team from first appointment to final vaccine no transfers, no chase.
All travel vaccines are kept on-site at all times. No ordering in advance, no extra trips.
Before recommending anything, Mandeep goes through your full itinerary, not just the country you are going to.
Both types protect for up to 3 years. Revaccination is advised every 3 years for those at ongoing risk.
Both offer similar protection. The injection is a single dose, while the oral course takes 5 days. Timing for Vivotif requires coordination if using antibiotics or antimalarials.
No. Vivotif cannot be taken with antibiotics like doxycycline; a 3-day gap is needed. If starting antimalarials within 3 days, postpone Vivotif.
Yes. Typhim Vi is for ages 2+, and Vivotif is for ages 5+. Your pharmacist will confirm the appropriate option.
The injection takes two weeks to protect, and the oral course must be finished a week before exposure. Book at least two weeks before travel.
Booking your appointment is quick and easy. We guide you through each step so you know exactly what to expect.
Get fast, flexible typhoid vaccination in Colchester. We offer both injectable and oral options, with expert pharmacist guidance to choose what’s best for you.
