Travellers’ Diarrhoea Treatment

💊 About the Treatment

We may supply treatment with Azithromycin where appropriate.

• Used to treat bacterial causes of travellers’ diarrhoea
• Taken as one 500mg tablet daily for 3 days
• Designed for use when medical help is not easily accessible while travelling

👉 Please note:
Antibiotics do not work for viral or parasitic causes, so they may not be effective in all cases.

🧾 Who is this suitable for?

This service may be suitable for:

• Travellers visiting higher-risk or remote regions
• Individuals who may have limited access to medical care abroad
• Those looking to carry ‘just in case’ treatment while travelling

Our pharmacist will assess your destination, medical history, and travel plans before supplying treatment.

🚫 Who may not be suitable?

This treatment may not be suitable if you:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have certain medical conditions or allergies
• Are taking medications that may interact with antibiotics

A full consultation will be carried out to ensure safety.

💊 How to take the treatment

• Start only if symptoms become significant and medical help is not available
• Take one tablet (500mg) once daily for 3 days
• Always follow the advice provided during your consultation

⚠️ Important Advice

• Many cases settle without antibiotics
• Stay well hydrated — this is the most important treatment
• Consider carrying:
  • Oral rehydration salts
  • Anti-diarrhoeal medication (e.g. loperamide)

👉 Even if you take antibiotics, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible if symptoms are severe or persistent.

🛡️ Prevention Tips

Reduce your risk by following simple food and water precautions:

• Eat freshly cooked, hot food
• Avoid raw or unwashed foods
• Drink bottled or purified water only
• Wash hands regularly

💉 Private Services Price Guide (Estimated)

We aim to keep our pricing competitive and transparent. However, due to fluctuating supplier costs, the prices below are approximate and may vary slightly at the time of booking.

For an accurate and up-to-date price, please call the pharmacy directly on 01425 613971.

💬 Note: Some vaccines require more than one dose for full protection.

📅 How to Book

Booking is simple.

Use the online booking system on this page to choose a convenient appointment time and attend the pharmacy at your selected slot.

🔎 What to Expect at Your Appointment

• A travel health consultation
• Assessment of your destination and risk level
• Personalised advice on prevention and treatment
• Supply of medication if appropriate

💬 Questions?

If you’d like to speak to us beforehand, feel free to call 01425 613971 — our team will be happy to help.