A vaccine protects you and your family from infections. If you have the budget and time, it is recommended that you get a shot to prevent any diseases. See the price list of vaccines.
Prices of Vaccines
The price of vaccines in the Philippines ranges from Php 700 to Php 5,500 or more depending on the package. For better budgeting, see the current average prices for each vaccine type.
See: Hospital Prices of Services
Here is the price List of Vaccines in the Philippines.
- Anti Rabies Vaccine Price: Php 650 to Php 1,800
- Covid 19 Vaccine Price: Php 1,200 to Php 2,000
- Flue Vaccine Price: Php 600 to Php 1,300
- Hepatitis A Vaccine Price: Php Php 3,900 to Php 4,500
- Hepatitis B Vaccine Price: Php 3,300 and up
- HPV Vaccine Price (Cervical Cancer Vaccine): Php 2,800 to Php 3,500
- Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine Price: Php 2,200 to Php 4,000
- MMR Vaccine Price: Php 1,350
- Rotavirus Vaccine Price: Php 2,300 to Php 2,800
- 6 in 1 Vaccine Price: Php 3,800
- Pneumococcal (Pneumonia) Vaccine Price: Php 3,800
- Shingles Vaccine Price: Php 5,000
- Typhoid Vaccine Price: Php 2,070
- TDAP Vaccine Price: Php 2,000
- Varicella Vaccine Price (Chickenpox): Php 3,200
- Anti Tetanus Vaccine Price: Php 350 to Php 450
Where to Get Vaccine
There are different ways to get a vaccine. You may have it from hospitals, pharmacies and diagnostic centers. Some vaccines may require a doctor’s prescription so you need to consult a physician first.
See: List of Hospital
Anti Rabies Vaccine
Anti Rabies Vaccine price rate depends on the brand of the vaccine. The actual total cost will also be based on the number of shots recommended by the doctor.
In some cases, you may be able to share a shot with another patient. This is done to save on costs.
Look: Free Anti Rabies in QC
- Estimated Price: Php 650 per shot
- Estimated Total: Php 3,500
See: Anti Rabies Price Per Shot
Protection duration: maximum of 10 years, booster shots may be needed for every animal bite incident
Where to get Anti Rabies Vaccine: This vaccine is usually available in Animal Bite Centers (ABC) or clinics. However, major hospitals have their stocks so you can proceed to the nearest one near you.
Covid 19 Vaccine
As of the moment, Covid 19 vaccines are only available for free through the government procurement transaction. However, we will update this post once the vaccines become commercially available. As of the moment, the vaccine is given to the public by the government for free.
Dengue Vaccine
A dengue vaccine may be available in hospitals. However, prescription is required to come from the doctor. You may have yourself evaluated first before taking the shot.
Flu Vaccine
Flu vaccine is given to individuals on a yearly basis. You can easily get this vaccine in most hospitals and diagnostic centers. Sometimes, major pharmacies also offer free service when you buy the vaccine from them.
More: Prices of Flu Vaccine
Estimated Flu Vaccine Price: Php 700 and up.
Total Estimated Cost: Php 700 per year
Protection duration: 1 year
See: Flu Shots at Mercury Drug and Watsons
Where to get Flu Vaccine: The vaccine is mostly available from out patient doctors or hospital facilities. You may get in touch with a General Medicine or Family Medicine doctors to request for this vaccine.
However, some pharmacies or drug stores announce free services for flu vaccine when you purchase it from them.
Hepatitis A Vaccine
You may avail Hepa A from most hospitals and diagnostic centers. Estimated price of Hepa A vaccine is Php 3990 to Php 4200 per shot.
HPV Vaccine
HPV shot or Cervical Cancer Vaccine is used to prevent any complications that may arise from warts. The HPV strain could lead to cervical cancer in the future.
More: HPV Vaccine Price
As of the moment, the HPV vaccine cost in the Philippines is relatively affordable. You may avail it from most hospitals and clinics.
Japanese Encephalitis (JE Vaccine)
The Japanese Encephalitis shot is now available in most hospitals. Even your pedia doctor may be able to administer it. Together with other vaccine packages, this vaccine can work to protect a person against diseases.
The price of Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine in the Philippines can range from Php 2,000 to Php 4,000. The exact cost will depend on the brand, inclusion of professional fee and discounts.
Estimated Price: Php 2600 per shot
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
The MMR vaccine protects the person against tigdas and beke. It can be given even to adults as long as he or she was not vaccinated during childhood. The price of MMR vaccine in the Philippines is around Php 1350.
However, a separate measles vaccine price may be available at a lower cost if you are an adult who wish to get booster shots.
You may go to any hospital or diagnostic centers to receive this vaccine. Usually, children are the main recipient of the this vaccine as a standard package for protection.
Estimated Price: Php 1375
Duration of Protection: No guarantee on lifetime protection (booster shots may be necessary)
Pneumococcal Vaccine
The pneumococcal vaccine price in the Philippines can start from Php 3,000. Diagnostic centers and hospital out patient sections provide pneumonia vaccine for kids and seniors.. However, you may need more than one in order to get full protection.
See: Pneumonia Shot Price
Estimated price: Php 3000 per shot
Total estimate cost: Php 3,000 – Php 5,500
Lifetime protection price: Php 5,500
Read: Where to Get Pneumonia Vaccine
Rotavirus Vaccine
The rotavirus vaccine price in the Philippines is around Php 2,000. However, different hospitals have their dedicated price rates based on the brand of the vaccine.
Estimated price: Php 2,300 per shot
Oral suspension rotavirus price – Php 3500
Rotavirus can cause diarrhea and would be helpful among children.
Shingles Vaccine (Zoster Vaccine)
In one of the hospitals in Quezon City, the vaccine for shingles costs Php 5000. However, senior citizen discount is available making it Php 4000 only. Based on research, the current average Shingles vaccine price range from Php 1,000 to Php 8,000.
See: Branded Shingles Vaccine Price
Typhoid Vaccine
Php 2070.00
TDAP
This combination vaccine may also be referred to as DTAP or TD. The price of TDAP vaccine in the Philippines may start from Php 2,070.
Read: TDAP Prices in Hospitals
Varicella Vaccine (Chickenpox Vaccine)
The vaccine is given to individuals to protect against chickenpox or bulutong. Many hospitals offer this shot even for younger individuals. If you are an adult and would like to have this vaccine, it is available in most hospitals.
The price of varicella vaccine in the Philippines starts at around Php 1,300 to Php 3,200. However, there are cheaper rates in hospitals and that you may find them discounted using your HMO cards if covered.
The available vaccines in the Philippines makes it possible for people to receive protection against diseases. Most hospitals now have stocks of these vaccines and they are more affordable than ever.
Benefits of Vaccines
A vaccine is an important health procedure that helps a person become immune to diseases. These products or substances are non-harmful versions of the actual infecting agent. They are used to “train” the body to fight infections if they happen in the future.
Who Needs Vaccine
Everyone needs vaccines. It is a routine medical activity that protects people from getting infected. Most basic vaccines are given to newborn babies and children. However, even adults who missed their vaccines during childhood can avail of the procedure.
Baby Vaccine Packages
Vaccines provided to newborn and babies are usually in a package basis. The pediatrician will provide assistance on what types of vaccines the child needs. There will be a scheduled vaccination process for babies and children. For example, Hapatitis B and Dtap are among the vaccines given to babies.
Vaccines in the Philippines
Almost all types of vaccines available in the world are also available in the Philippines. Some of them include but not limited to MMR, Rotavirus, Anti-Rabies, Anti-Tetanus, Polio, Flu, Pneumococcal just to name a few. The price rates will vary depending on the brand.
Discounts for Seniors
When you avail of any vaccines, you can use your senior citizen ID to get discounts. This is especially true with flu or pneumococcal vaccines. It is a great way to save while protecting yourself from future infections.
References: CDC, WebMD, Mayoclinic
Last Updated on January 2, 2024 by Medical Pinas
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