Private Flu Vaccine
Flu Vaccine at Our Pharmacy
The flu vaccine helps protect against influenza, which can sometimes lead to serious or even life-threatening illness, especially for those most at risk. Vaccination is a simple and effective way to reduce your chances of catching flu and to help protect those around you.
Protect yourself and those around you by booking your private flu vaccination with our pharmacist. Our pharmacy team is here to answer your questions and ensure you’re prepared for flu season.
Book your appointment now to stay protected against influenza.
Frequently asked questions
Who Should Have the Flu Vaccine?
The flu vaccine is recommended for people who are at higher risk of becoming seriously unwell from flu. You should consider having the flu vaccine if you:
- Are aged 65 or over
- Have certain long-term health conditions
- Are pregnant
- Live in a care home
- Are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer’s allowance
- Live with someone who has a weakened immune system
Who Cannot Have the Flu Vaccine?
Most people who are eligible for the flu vaccine can safely receive it. However, you should not have the vaccine if you have previously had a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to a previous dose or to any ingredient in the vaccine.
Some flu vaccines used in the UK contain egg protein, so please let our pharmacist know if you have an egg allergy.
How Well Does the Flu Vaccine Work and How Long Does It Last?
The flu vaccine is designed to protect you against the most common strains of flu virus each year. While it is still possible to catch flu after vaccination, symptoms are likely to be milder and not last as long. It usually takes up to 14 days for the vaccine to provide full protection.
Immunity from the flu vaccine decreases over time, and the types of flu virus in circulation change each year. This is why it’s important to have the flu vaccine annually.
Prices
| Service | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 2 doses • Lasts 20+ years | Junior: £65 Adult: £65 |
| Hepatitis B | 3 doses • Check immunity in 5 years | Junior: £38 Adult: £60 |
| Hepatitis A + B (Combined) | 3 doses • Check Hep B immunity in 5 years | Junior: £70 Adult: £85 |
| Hepatitis A + Typhoid | Typhoid: 3 yrs • Hep A booster at 6–12 months | £99 per dose |
| Typhoid | Lasts 3 years | Injection: £40 Oral: £40 |
| Malaria – Atovaquone/Proguanil | Daily from 2 days before to 7 days after return | Adult: £2.50 per tablet |
| Malaria – Malarone Paediatric | Same schedule as above | Junior: £2.00 per tablet |
| Malaria – Malarone Adult | Same schedule as above | Adult: £4.00 per tablet |
| Malaria – Doxycycline | Start 1–2 days before and 4 weeks after return | £0.70 per capsule |
| Malaria – Chloroquine | Weekly from 1 week before to 4 weeks after | £0.80 per tablet |
| Malaria – Mefloquine | Weekly from 2–3 weeks before to 4 weeks after | £5.00 per tablet |
| Cholera | 2-dose pack | £67.00 |
| Rabies (Per Dose) | Standard single dose | £99.00 |
| Rabies (Full Course) | 3 doses • Booster after 2–3 yrs if needed | £297.00 |
| Meningitis ACWY | Lasts 5 years | £65 |
| Tick-Borne Encephalitis | 3 doses • Booster every 3–5 years | Adult: £75 Child: £75 |
| Japanese Encephalitis | Standard course | £95.00 |
| Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio Booster | Lasts 10 years | £43.00 |
