£64.99 Per Dose | 3 Doses Needed
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection prevalent in many European countries. If you’re staying in areas with high rates of tick infections, getting vaccinated against TBE is the most effective way to prevent the disease, particularly for those who spend a significant amount of time outdoors.
The main symptoms are:
Flu-like Symptoms: Fever, fatigue, headache, muscle aches and nausea
Neurological Symptoms: High fever, severe headache stiff neck, vomiting, confusion, seizures, sensory disturbances and paralysis (in severe cases)
Dose
Adults and children from the age 1 or over
3 doses at day 0, 1 – 3 months and 5 – 12 months
Accelerated course: If you are travelling at short notice, you may be able to have the first two doses 14 days apart instead. The third dose should be taken 5 – 12 months after the second vaccination. You need to start this course at least two weeks before travel to be fully protected by the time you go.
Boosters: Once you have completed the three dose course, you are protected for three years. A booster is needed every 3 years.
Medication
Ticovac
You cannot receive the vaccine if you have had an allergic reaction to it, any of its components in the past, to eggs, or if you currently have a fever.
You need two doses to be protected, and you need to have received the second dose two weeks before travel.
You should get the first dose at least two months before travel.
The TBE vaccine is not part of the routine immunisation schedule in the UK because the disease is not present there. However, it is necessary for people who are at risk due to travel, work, or prolonged stays in areas where TBE is common.
If you're considering travel to such areas, consult with your healthcare provider to determine if the vaccine is appropriate for you.
Very common (1 in 10 people)
- Pain at the injection site.
Common (1 in 100 people)
- Nausea, vomiting, sleeping disorder, myalgia, pyrexia, malaise, and diarrhoea.
Please read the patient information leaflet here for more information.
You should avoid getting this vaccine if you currently have a high fever or are experiencing any type of stomach issue, like diarrhoea. Please wait until you feel better to book.
Impaired vision or dizziness may occur.
