{"product_id":"hepatitis-b-vaccine","title":"Hepatitis B vaccine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hepatitis B Vaccination Service from Ways Pharmacy is a private, pharmacist-administered course of recombinant hepatitis B vaccine (Engerix B or HBvaxPRO) that produces protective anti-HBs antibodies against hepatitis B virus, available at our Holborn (London) and Beeston (Nottingham) branches for adults and adolescents from 18 years of age.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVaccines used\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngerix B (GSK) or HBvaxPRO (MSD), recombinant HBsAg vaccines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtects against\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and its long-term complications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEligible ages\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults 18 and over (paediatric dosing not provided via this listing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard course\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 doses at 0, 1 and 6 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccelerated course\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0, 1, 2 months + 12-month booster (travellers, high-risk)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUltra-rapid course\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDay 0, Day 7, Day 21 + 12-month booster (adults 18+ only, urgent need)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eService type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrivate (not NHS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocations\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHolborn London (WC1B 4ET) · Beeston Nottingham (NG9 1EJ)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdministered by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPhC-registered pharmacist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the hepatitis B vaccine is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHealthcare workers, dentists, lab staff and first responders with occupational exposure to blood or body fluids\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTravellers to countries with intermediate or high HBV prevalence (parts of Africa, Asia, South America)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who live with, or are in close contact with, someone who is HBV-positive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMen who have sex with men, sex workers, and people who inject drugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople with chronic liver or kidney disease, including those on dialysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who simply wants long-term protection against hepatitis B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e people with a confirmed allergy to any vaccine component (including yeast); people who are acutely unwell with fever on the day. Pregnancy and breastfeeding are not absolute contraindications but should be discussed with the pharmacist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the service works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect the course and complete payment online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCall your chosen branch to book the first appointment:\u003cbr\u003e\n    Holborn London: \u003cstrong\u003e020 8106 7084\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Beeston Nottingham: \u003cstrong\u003e0115 925 5584\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt the first appointment our pharmacist reviews your risk factors and travel timeline and confirms whether the standard, accelerated or ultra-rapid schedule is appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReceive the first dose. All follow-up appointments are booked at the same visit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf clinically indicated (e.g. healthcare workers), a post-course anti-HBs antibody check can be discussed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many doses do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people need 3 doses on a 0, 1 and 6 month schedule. Travellers and high-risk adults often use the accelerated 0, 1, 2 month schedule with a 12-month booster. An ultra-rapid Day 0 \/ Day 7 \/ Day 21 schedule (plus 12-month booster) is available for adults aged 18 and over who need urgent protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow soon does immunity develop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtective antibody levels develop in over 90% of healthy adults within about 1 to 2 months of completing the primary course. Faster schedules give earlier short-term protection but the 12-month booster is needed to lock in long-term immunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does hepatitis B immunity last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most healthy adults who complete the course, protection lasts for decades and a routine booster is not required. People at ongoing high risk (e.g. healthcare workers) may be advised to check anti-HBs antibody levels 1 to 2 months after the course and receive a booster around 5 years later if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an NHS service?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The NHS provides hepatitis B vaccination free to babies as part of the routine 6-in-1 jab and to specific occupational and at-risk groups. This is a private, self-pay service for adults outside those NHS pathways, including travellers and people seeking immediate access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I have the vaccine if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hepatitis B vaccine is inactivated and is not contraindicated in pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is offered when the benefit of protection outweighs the risks (for example, ongoing exposure or imminent travel). The pharmacist will discuss your situation before administering the vaccine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I miss a dose or do not complete the course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you miss a scheduled dose, resume the course as soon as you can — there is no need to restart from the beginning. If you only complete 1 or 2 of the 3 prepaid doses, our refund policy applies: a fee per dose administered is retained and the balance is refunded. The pharmacist will explain the exact figures at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdministered by a GPhC-registered pharmacist in a private consulting room\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold-chain vaccine storage maintained at all times\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClinical screening on the day to confirm suitability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15-minute observation period after each injection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommon side effects (injection-site soreness, mild fever, fatigue) usually settle within 1 to 2 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/vaccinations\/hepatitis-b-vaccine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Hepatitis B vaccine overview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/3873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEngerix B — Patient Information Leaflet (emc)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/1212\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHBvaxPRO — Patient Information Leaflet (emc)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many doses do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Most people need 3 doses on a 0, 1 and 6 month schedule. 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