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Japanese Encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis is the leading cause of childhood encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) in Asia. It is transmitted by mosquito bites in 24 countries.
The Vaccine
Who can have this vaccine?
Adults and children 2 months+
Doses required
2 doses
- The second dose should be 28 days after the first. For those aged 18 to <65, a rapid schedule with the second dose 7 days after the first can be used - antibody responses are non-inferior to those of the standard vaccination schedule.
- The second dose should be at least week before potential exposure.
Ongoing Protection and Booster Doses:
- A third dose (booster) should be given within the second year (i.e. 12 - 24 months) after primary immunization, prior to potential re-exposure to Japanese Encephalitis.
- For those aged 18 to <65, a fourth dose (additional booster) should be given 10 years after the third dose, prior to potential re-exposure to Japanese Encephalitis.
Price
Price per dose
£135
Total for all doses
£270
How is it given?
This is an injection in the upper arm (or thigh).
Other information
Full immunity takes up to one week to develop after the second dose.
Please refer to the patient leaflet for full information on this vaccine: