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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 1 month after the first. Alternatively, a rapid schedule of two doses on days 0 and 7 can be used - antibody responses are non-inferior to those of the standard vaccination schedule.
Price
£100 per dose
How is it given?
This is an injection in the upper arm (or thigh).
How long does protection last?
2 doses protects you for at least 1 year.
A third dose given 12 months after the first will provide ongoing protection. In adults aged 18-64 a fourth dose should be offered 10 years after the first dose to those who remain at risk.
Other information
Full immunity takes up to one week to develop after the second dose.
Patient Leaflet
Please refer to the patient leaflet for full information on this vaccine: