Planning a holiday or overseas adventure is exciting — but making sure you’re fit for travel is just as important as booking your flights and packing your bags. At Mendus Pharmacy, we offer a comprehensive range of travel health services designed to help you stay safe, healthy, and prepared wherever you’re heading.
Whether you need malaria prevention, jet lag medication, help with period delay, or protection against traveller’s diarrhoea, our expert pharmacy team is here to guide you every step of the way. We also provide a wide selection of essential travel vaccines, helping you tick off every item on your travel health checklist in one convenient place.
Travel Vaccines to Protect Your Health
Vaccinations are one of the most important aspects of travel preparation. Depending on your destination, you may need vaccines that aren’t part of the standard UK schedule. At Mendus Pharmacy, we offer a wide range of travel vaccines, including those for:
- Hepatitis A and B
- Typhoid
- Cholera
- Yellow Fever
- Japanese Encephalitis
- Rabies
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Polio
We’ll assess your travel plans, medical history, and the specific health risks at your destination before advising which vaccines you need. Some vaccines require a course over several weeks, so we recommend booking your fit for travel consultation as early as possible — ideally 6 to 8 weeks before departure.
Malaria Prevention Tablets
If you’re travelling to a region where malaria is a risk, you’ll need to take preventative medication. Malaria can be a life-threatening disease, but it’s highly preventable with the right treatment and precautions.
We provide malaria tablets such as Atovaquone/Proguanil (Malarone), Doxycycline, and Chloroquine, depending on your destination and individual suitability. During your consultation, we’ll explain how to take your medication properly and discuss any potential side effects, so you feel confident and protected throughout your journey.
Jet Lag Medication
Travelling across time zones can throw your body clock off balance, leaving you fatigued, irritable, or unable to sleep properly. Jet lag is especially common after long-haul flights and can affect your ability to enjoy the first few days of your trip.
At Mendus Pharmacy, we offer advice and jet lag medication, including melatonin-based treatments that help reset your sleep-wake cycle naturally. If you’re prone to poor sleep while travelling or worried about adjusting to a new time zone, speak to us about your options during your fit for travel appointment.
Period Delay Treatment
If your period is due during your holiday, it can sometimes get in the way of plans — especially if you’re travelling for a special event, a honeymoon, or an active holiday involving swimming or hiking.
Our pharmacists can supply period delay tablets such as norethisterone, which can safely postpone your period for up to 17 days. This is a private service, and we’ll assess your medical history to ensure the treatment is suitable for you. We recommend arranging this at least a few days before your expected start date for maximum effectiveness.
Traveller’s Diarrhoea Relief
Changes in diet, hygiene standards, and water quality can all contribute to traveller’s diarrhoea, particularly when visiting regions like Asia, Africa, or Central and South America. This condition is extremely common — but also preventable and manageable with the right products.
We offer practical advice and medication to prevent or treat diarrhoea, including rehydration salts, anti-diarrhoeal tablets, and antibiotics (if appropriate). We’ll also guide you on how to reduce your risk through food and water safety tips, helping you stay well and enjoy your trip without interruption.
Why Choose Mendus Pharmacy?
At Mendus Pharmacy, our priority is your health and safety, both at home and abroad. When you visit us for a fit for travel consultation, you’ll benefit from:
–> Expert advice from clinically trained pharmacists
–> Access to travel vaccinations and preventive medication
–> Private services like period delay and jet lag support
–> Convenient local care
–> No need for a GP appointment
–> A discreet, friendly, and professional service
We’re proud to help our community stay protected while exploring the world. Whether you’re heading off on a business trip, family holiday, gap year, or adventurous backpacking tour, we’ll make sure you leave prepared and confident.
Book Your Fit for Travel Appointment Today
Don’t leave your travel health to chance. Drop in to make a travel consultation at Mendus Pharmacy today and get everything you need in one visit — from vaccines and malaria tablets to jet lag remedies and more.
Pop in, call us, or reach out online — we’re here to help you travel safely and stress-free.