I just took my first dose of Dukoral. I almost didn't get it down. How am I going to climb to base camp if I can't stomach an oral vaccine.The pharmacist said it would be like drinking Eno. Well, no it's not. You can't eat one hour before or after the vaccine which is really not great because of the bicarb reaction in your stomach it's a long one hour.
I'm taking it to prevent Traveller's Diarrhea and Cholera. I'll let you now how effective it will be for me. Here is what Health Canada says about it... The bottom line is about 50% efficacy.
There is some controversy about this oral vaccine but I have taken it.
Of course it is not covered by OHIP or drug plans. :{
I take the second dose next week as you must have both doses finished at least one week prior to departure.
The good news is that the protection lasts about 6 months....in case I decide for any other adventures real soon!!!!
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