Where can I get the cholera vaccine in Lagos

Where can I get cholera vaccination in Lagos?

The oral cholera vaccine (Inactivated Cholera Vaccine) is currently available in Lagos exclusively through private preventive healthcare providers like Inocul8. Public primary healthcare centres (PHCs) do not administer cholera vaccines to children and adults. As of September 2026, a single dose costs ₦18,800 at Inocul8 clinics and access points.

Key Definitions

• Cholera: A severe acute watery diarrheal infection caused by ingesting food or water contaminated with the bacterium Vibro cholerae.

• Vibro cholerae: The specific bacterium responsible for causing cholera infections.

• Oral Cholera Vaccine (OCV): An oral immunization containing killed bacteria designed to safely stimulate mucosal immunity without causing disease.

Where can I get the cholera vaccine in Lagos?

Because government PHCs do not stock or administer cholera vaccines for travel or public prevention, children aged 1 year and above, as well as adults, must visit private travel health and immunization clinics like Inocul8.

Inocul8 offers cholera vaccination services across multiple accessible locations in Lagos:

• Lagos Island & Lekki Axis: Lekki Phase 1, Victoria Island (VI), Ikoyi & Banana Island, Ikota & Chevron, Ajah & Sangotedo, Ibeju-Lekki.

• Lagos Mainland & Environs: Ikeja, Surulere, Magodo, Festac Town, Ago Palace Way, Ikorodu.

How do I book a cholera vaccination appointment?

1. Book Online: Visit the Inocul8 Booking Portal to select your preferred location, date, and time slot.

2. Call or WhatsApp: Contact the care team directly at +2347063736485 for instant scheduling and inquiries.

3. Email Support: Send booking requests to clinic@inocul8.com.ng.

Who should receive the oral cholera vaccine?

The vaccine is recommended for individuals aged 1 year and older living in or traveling to regions with active cholera transmission or outbreak risks. Unvaccinated individuals require a primary series to achieve full protection.

How many doses are required?

Protection typically requires two primary doses of the oral cholera vaccine, administered with an interval of 1 to 2 weeks depending on the specific vaccine formulation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where can I get the cholera vaccination in Lagos?

You can access oral cholera immunizations at select private healthcare providers, including any Inocul8 clinic and access point across the Lagos Island and Mainland axes.

What are the side effects of the oral cholera vaccine?

Side effects are typically mild and temporary, occasionally including mild nausea, abdominal discomfort, or diarrhea as the body responds to the vaccine.

How much does a cholera vaccine dose cost?

A single dose costs ₦18,800 as of September 2026, with the total primary series requiring two doses.