Who can take it
People who plan to spend time outdoors in risk areas can protect themselves with the tick-borne encephalitis vaccine.
This vaccine is for adults and children aged 1 year or older.
You should not take this vaccine if you are pregnant without having consulted with a doctor.
Doses and protection
People aged 1–50 need 3 doses for full protection against tick-borne encephalitis.
The first and second doses should be taken at least 1 month before spending time outdoors in a risk area. The second dose is taken 1 month after the first dose. The third dose is taken 1 month after the second dose.
People aged 50 and older need 4 doses for full protection. You should take 3 doses within 3 months. The fourth dose is taken 5–12 months after the third dose.
To maintain protection, take a booster dose after 3 years and then again every 2–5 years.
Potential side effects
Potential side effects from the tick-borne encephalitis vaccine are usually mild and temporary. They can include:
fever
a headache
muscle aches
joint pain
vomiting
nausea
tiredness
pain where the needle went in
Prices
Price per dose varies per region. Child up to 16 yers old.
| Region | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Kronoberg | 400kr | 380kr |
| Skåne | 400kr | 380kr |
| Stockholm | 440kr | 390kr |
| Sörmland | 400kr | 0kr |
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