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DTP Booster (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio) in London

A single booster injection that tops up your protection against diphtheria, tetanus, and polio. Recommended every 10 years for all international travellers.

Starting from

£39

Combined booster protecting against diphtheria, tetanus, and polio. Recommended every 10 years for travellers. A single injection covers all three diseases.

Price

£39 per dose

Doses

1 (single booster)

Protection

10 years

Effective after

~2 weeks

Appointment

~10 minutes

Overview

Diphtheria, tetanus, and polio are three serious infections that can all be prevented with a single combined booster vaccine. In the UK, most adults received childhood vaccinations against all three diseases, but protection wanes over time. Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that affects the throat and airways, and can be fatal. Tetanus is caused by bacteria entering the body through wounds — it causes severe muscle spasms and can be life-threatening. Polio is a viral infection that can cause paralysis. For travellers, a booster is recommended every 10 years. At Holborn Clinic, we administer the Revaxis vaccine — a single injection that updates your protection against all three diseases in one visit.

Holborn Travel Clinic is inside Boutalls Pharmacy at 60 Lamb's Conduit Street, London WC1N 3LW, minutes from Holborn and Russell Square stations.

Who Needs This Vaccine?

  • All international travellers who have not had a DTP booster in the last 10 years.
  • Travellers to regions where diphtheria outbreaks occur — particularly South Asia, South-East Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, and parts of the former Soviet Union.
  • Anyone visiting areas with limited access to medical care, where tetanus treatment may be delayed if you sustain a wound.
  • Healthcare workers, aid workers, and volunteers travelling to endemic areas.
  • Adults who are unsure of their vaccination history — most people in the UK received childhood doses but may not have had a booster since.

What to Expect

  • A single injection in the upper arm — the appointment takes approximately 10 minutes.
  • Protection is boosted within 2 weeks of vaccination.
  • No additional boosters are needed for 10 years.
  • This vaccine is often given in the same appointment as Hepatitis A, Typhoid, or other travel vaccines.
  • If you are unsure when you last had a booster, our pharmacist can advise based on your age and vaccination history.

Side Effects

  • Very common: mild pain or tenderness at the injection site.
  • Common: slight swelling or redness at the injection site. Mild headache or fatigue.
  • Serious side effects are extremely rare.
Destinations

Common Destinations Requiring This Vaccine

A selection of countries where this vaccine is commonly required — many more may apply. See our destination guides for the full list.

IndiaThailandKenyaBrazilVietnam
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Vaccines

Related Vaccines

Other vaccines available at our London clinic. Your pharmacist will confirm what you need for your trip.

Flu Vaccine (Seasonal Influenza)Hepatitis A VaccineHepatitis B VaccineHPV Vaccine
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Enquiries

DTP Booster (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio) FAQ’s

Yes — most people in the UK receive DTP vaccinations as part of the childhood immunisation schedule (at 2, 3, and 4 months, with boosters at 3–4 years and 14 years). However, protection wanes over time, and a booster is recommended every 10 years for travellers.

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Same day appointments available. Call ahead to book. No consultation fees.

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