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Hepatitis B
Get a Hepatitis B Vaccine
We provide a full range of travel vaccinations and medication
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is caused by a viral infection of the liver by the hepatitis B virus (BHV).
Cases occur all over the world but are most common in East Asia and Sub Saharan Africa. of the liver spread by direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person. It occurs worldwide with highest rates reported in parts of East Asia, Sub Saharan Africa, the Amazon, southern, eastern and central Europe, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.
Acute infection may occasionally lead to fulminant hepatic necrosis which is often fatal.
Transmission is via infected body of bodily fluids from one person to another. This can be through vaginal or anal intercourse, sharing of needles and perinatal transmission from mother to child.
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Would you like to find out if you have immunity to Hepatitis B? We now provide an in-clinic Hepatitis immunity blood test for £49.00
Vaccination Pricing
£55 Per dose
£165 Per Course of 3
Signs & Symptoms
In the majority of cases of hepatitis B symptoms do not occur.
Symptoms more commonly occur in adults than children and may include:
- Often asymptomatic
- Other symptoms, experienced by adults more often are; jaundice, abdominal pain & loss of appetite
- Untreated infection may lead to liver failure
The Vaccination
Hepatitis B vaccine
| Ages (Years) | Doses Required | Schedule | Time before travel | Boost required at |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 – 15 | 3 to 4 (paed) | 0, 1, 2months + at 1 year** | Up to day before* | 5 years |
| 16 – 85 | 3 to 4 | 0, 7, 21days + at 1 year** | Up to day before* | 5 years |
*Vaccine most effective if given time to become active. Some immunity will be provided for this vaccine if given up to the day before travel.
** accelerated schedule shown. See Pharmacist for 16-18 years old accelerated schedule.
Hepatits A & Hepatitis B Combined vaccine
| Ages (Years) | Doses Required | Schedule | Time before travel | Boost required at |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 – 85 | 3 to 4 | 0, 7, 21 days, + at 1 year** | Up to day before* | See specialist pharmacist |
*Vaccine most effective if given time to become active. Some immunity will be provided for this vaccine if given up to the day before travel.
**accelerated schedule. Full protection not given until final dose at 1 year. Will give adequate protection if leaving sooner.
What are the Hepatitis B Risk Areas?
