Vaxchora Side Effects

Generic name: cholera vaccine, live

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 14, 2023.

Note: This document contains side effect information about cholera vaccine, live. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Vaxchora.

Applies to cholera vaccine, live: oral for oral suspension.

Side effects include:

Tiredness, headache, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, lack of appetite, diarrhea.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to cholera vaccine, live: oral suspension.

General

The most commonly reported side effects included headache, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Based on clinical trials, adverse reactions in children are expected to be similar to those in adults.^[Ref]

Dermatologic

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rash

Gastrointestinal

Very common (10% or more): Abdominal pain (up to 38%), nausea (up to 22%), loose stool (13.9%), vaccine shedding in stool for 7 days post-vaccination (up to 11.3%)

Common (1% to 10%): Diarrhea, vomiting

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Flatulence, constipation, abdominal distension, dyspepsia, abnormal feces, dry mouth, eructation^[Ref]

Metabolic

Very common (10% or more): Lack of/decreased appetite (up to 29.1%)^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Arthralgia

Nervous system

Very common (10% or more): Headache (up to 45.8%)

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dizziness^[Ref]

Other

Very common (10% or more): Tiredness/fatigue (up to 41%)

Common (1% to 10%): Fever/pyrexia

Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Chills^[Ref]

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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