Chickenpox vaccine in West Hampstead London Travel Clinic

Chickenpox vaccine at a glance

The chickenpox vaccine protects against chickenpox. The Aqua protocol is two doses of Varivax or Varilrix, four to eight weeks apart, delivered by injection into the upper arm. Full protection lasts long-term cover, with a booster rarely needed for healthy adults.

Who NaTHNaC recommends this for

adults who have never had chickenpox and are travelling or working around vulnerable people, healthcare and childcare staff, and family members of immunocompromised patients.

This is a routine or occupational vaccine rather than a country-specific requirement. Our pharmacist reviews your circumstances and reason for the jab during the appointment.

The Aqua protocol

Every appointment starts with a short pharmacist-led review of your itinerary, medical history and current medication. If the vaccine is right for you we give two doses of Varivax or Varilrix, four to eight weeks apart in-clinic, at 59 Mill Lane, one minute from West Hampstead station.

Side effects and contraindications

A sore arm and a mild rash a week or two after vaccination are the usual effects.

Not given during pregnancy, to anyone with severe immune suppression, or with a confirmed severe allergy to a previous dose. Varivax is licensed from 12 months old. Ask us about family courses if any adult in the household is at risk.

Book your appointment

Aqua Travel Clinic is at 59 Mill Lane, West Hampstead NW6 1NB, one minute from West Hampstead station. GPhC premises 1123406, Naspram Pharma Limited. the Superintendent Pharmacist at Aqua Pharmacy.

Book your chickenpox vaccine appointment online. Same-week slots are usually available. Walk in from West Hampstead station in one minute.