Vaccinations & Injections
We have a variety of vaccines and injections available. Learn more below and book an appointment to get immunized by your pharmacist.
Routine vaccinations and injections
ADACEL VACCINATION - FOR PREGNANT WOMEN
COVID VACCINATION - ROUTINE
INFLUENZA (FLU) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
VITAMIN B12 INJECTION- SUPPLEMENT
ADACEL VACCINATION - ROUTINE
HPV (GARDASIL) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
MMR VACCINATION - ROUTINE
PNEUMONIA (PNEUMOVAX) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
PREVNAR 20 VACCINATION - ROUTINE
SHINGLES (SHINGRIX) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
ADACEL VACCINATION - FOR PREGNANT WOMEN
- Purpose: protects unborn child against whooping cough (pertussis).
- Target Population: pregnant persons in weeks 27-32 of gestation
- Immunization Schedule: one dose every pregnancy
- Benefits: transfers immunity and protection to the newborn before they can recieve their own vaccinations.
- Accessibility: no appointment or prescription necessary.individuals 6 months+
COVID VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: protects individuals from the coronavirus and its respective strains.
- Target Population: recommended for eligible individuals as defined by local health authorities. Contact our team for the most updated information.
- Schedule: contact our team for the most updated regulations.
- Benefits: protection against the coronavirus and its potentially severe symptoms, reduced risk of
hospitalization and serious complications, and contribution to community immunity - Accessibility: no appointment or prescription necessary. Subject to change.
INFLUENZA (FLU) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: prevents seasonal influenza infection or reduces the severity of symptoms if one is infected.
- Target Population: crucial for high risk inviduals, but recommended for all individuals 6 months or older.
- Immunization Schedule: single dose, recommended in October before the flu season begins, but available until March.
- Benefits: protects against influenza viruses, prevents the spread of the viruses, reduces complications if infected, and contributes to overall community health.
- Accessibility: no appointment or prescription necessary. Subject to change.
VITAMIN B12 INJECTION- SUPPLEMENT
- Purpose: address vitamin B12 deficiency or to supplement vitamin B12
- Target Population: recommended for those with diagnosed vitamin B12 deficiency, vegetarians, vegans. People of the general population are also eligible.
- Injection Schedule: consult the pharmacy team for more information.
- Benefits: may increase energy levels, may support heart function, may promote heart health, may improve memory, may help regulate mood, may reduce depression, may improve digestion, and may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Ask pharmacist for lab requisition to check existing
B12 levels. - Accessibility: no prescription or appointment required.
ADACEL VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: provide immunization against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough).
- Target Population: recommended for individuals aged 4 years and older.
- Immunization Schedule: a single booster dose administered every 5-10 years. Check with our team
for more information. - Benefits: Protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis, preventing severe muscle stiffness,
respiratory diseases, and complications. - Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary. Subject to change.
HPV (GARDASIL) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: prevent infections caused by strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Target Population: individuals between 9 to 45 years of age.
- Immunization Schedule: two or three doses, depending on the age atinitial vaccination. The doses are given over a span of 6 months.
- Benefits: long-lasting protection against HPV infections, reduces the risk of developing cervical, vulvar, vaginal, anal, oropharyngeal, other head and neck cancers, and helps prevent genital warts.
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
MMR VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: provides immunity against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella infections.
- Target Population: recommended for individuals who have not received the vaccine or do not have immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella.
- Immunization Schedule: typically administered in two doses.
- Benefits: offers protection against measles, mumps, and rubella, which can cause serious health complications and outbreaks.
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
PNEUMONIA (PNEUMOVAX) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: prevents bacterial infections that can lead to pneumonia.
- Target Population: recommended for various populations, especially for older adults and high-risk
individuals. - Immunization Schedule: one dose followed by periodic booster shots.
- Benefits: reducing the risk of pneumonia, decreasing the severity of illness if infection occurs, preventing complications, and potentially saving lives.
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
PREVNAR 20 VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: Prevnar 20 vaccination is designed to protect against pneumococcal disease, which is caused by certain strains of bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae.
- Target Population: recommended for adults aged 18 years and older, especially for older adults and high-risk individuals.
- Immunization Schedule: The vaccination is typically given as a single dose.
- Benefits: prevent pneumococcal infections, including pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream
infections. - Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
SHINGLES (SHINGRIX) VACCINATION - ROUTINE
- Purpose: prevents shingles, a painful and debilitating viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus.
- Target Population: recommended for individuals aged 50 years and older, with specific recommendations varying based on country and region.
- Immunization Schedule: a series of two doses, and a booster every 5 years.
- Benefits: significantly reduces the risk of developing shingles and its complications, including severe pain and long-lasting nerve pain (postherpetic neuralgia).
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
DUKORAL VACCINATION - TRAVEL
HEPATITIS A (HAVRIX) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
HEPATITIS B (ENGERIX B) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
MENINGITIS (NIMENRIX) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS (IXIARIO) - TRAVEL
POLIO (IMOVAX POLIO) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
RABIES (RABAVERT) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
TYPHOID (TYPHIM VI) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
TWINRIX VACCINATION - TRAVEL
YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION - TRAVEL
DUKORAL VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: prevent cholera and traveler’s diarrhea (TD) caused by certain strains of E. coli bacteria.
- Target Population: recommended for individuals traveling to an area that has a risk of cholera
and/or TD. - Immunization Schedule: two doses taken orally, with the second dose typically administered one to
six weeks after the first dose. Speak with the pharmacy team for more dosage details. - Benefits: protection against cholera and certain strains of E. coli, reducing the risk of severe diarrhea
and related complications during travel. - Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
HEPATITIS A (HAVRIX) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: Prevents Hepatitis A infection and liver disease.
- Target Population: travellers and those in outbreak-affected communities.
- Immunization Schedule: Two-dose series; second dose given 6-12 months after the first dose.
- Benefits: Prevents Hepatitis A infection, protects liver health.
- Accessibility: no appointment necessary.
HEPATITIS B (ENGERIX B) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: protect against Hepatitis B virus infection, a viral infection that affects the liver.
- Target Population: travellers and those in outbreak-affected communities.
- Immunization Schedule: Three-dose schedule.
- Benefits: Long-term protection against Hepatitis B.
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary
MENINGITIS (NIMENRIX) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: protects against bacterial meningitis, a serious infection that affects the brain and spinal cord.
- Target Population: recommended for adolescents and young adults, particularly those living in close
quarters such as college dormitories. - Immunization Schedule: single dose, with booster doses recommended for certain populations.
- Benefits: reduces the risk of acquiring and spreading bacterial meningitis, which can lead to severe
complications and even death. It provides long-lasting protection against specific strains of
meningococcal bacteria. - Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS (IXIARIO) - TRAVEL
- Purpose: protect against Japanese encephalitis virus, spread through mosquitos.
- Target Population: travellers and those in outbreak-affected communities.
- Immunization Schedule: two doses, with a booster dose 12-24 months after the initial immunizations.
- Benefits: protection against Japanese encephalitis virus, and reduces the severity of symptoms.
- Accessibility: no prescription necessary.
POLIO (IMOVAX POLIO) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: To protect against polio, a highly contagious viral disease that can cause paralysis and even death.
- Target Population: Recommended for infants and children, as well as adults traveling to high-risk areas.
- Immunization Schedule: three to four doses are given to achieve full protection.
- Benefits: Provides immunity against polio, reducing the risk of infection and its severe consequences. It contributes to the global effort to eradicate polio.
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
RABIES (RABAVERT) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: prevents the viral disease called rabies, which is typically transmitted through animal bites or scratches.
- Target Population: individuals who are at risk of exposure to rabies, such as veterinarians, animal
handlers, travelers to rabies-endemic areas, and individuals living in regions with a high prevalence of rabies. - Immunization Schedule: a series of doses, speak to the Sirocco Pharmacy team for more information.
- Benefits: provides protection against rabies virus, reducing the risk of infection and subsequent
complications. It is an essential preventive measure for those at risk of exposure. - Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
TYPHOID (TYPHIM VI) VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: provides protection against typhoid fever, a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi.
- Target Population: recommended for individuals who are at risk of exposure to typhoid fever,
particularly those traveling to areas with a high incidence of the disease. - Immunization Schedule: single dose of the injectable vaccine, with a booster every three years.
- Benefits: prevent typhoid fever, reducing the risk of severe illness, complications, and transmission of the disease. It can provide peace of mind for individuals traveling to typhoid-endemic regions.
- Accessibility: no prescription or appointment necessary.
TWINRIX VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: Twinrix is a combination vaccine that helps protect against hepatitis A and hepatitis B
infections. - Target Population: individuals who are at risk of exposure to both hepatitis A and hepatitis B viruses,
including travelers to endemic areas, healthcare workers, and individuals with specific medical
conditions. - Immunization Schedule: typically administered as a series of three doses.
- Benefits: provides dual protection against hep. A and hep. B, reducing the risk of infection and
complications. - Accessibility: no appointment necessary.
YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION - TRAVEL
- Purpose: administered to provide protection against the yellow fever virus.
- Target Population: recommended for individuals aged 9 months and older who are traveling to or
residing in areas with a risk of yellow fever transmission. - Immunization Schedule: A single dose of the yellow fever vaccine is generally sufficient to confer long-lasting immunity. In some cases, a booster dose may be required after ten years.
- Benefits: effective protection against yellow fever infection, reducing the risk of severe illness or death associated with the disease.
- Accessibility: no appointment necessary.
FAQs
? Can I book a vaccine with Sirocco Pharmacy?
Yes you can book a vaccine at Sirocco Pharmacy. Our pharmacists are well trained to perform injections and immunizations. You can book ahead for a vaccine here or call your pharmacy to book an appointment. Walk-in appointments are available. Injections are subject to vaccine availability and clinical assessment.
? How do I know which vaccinations I need?
Which vaccinations you need will depend on your age, risk factors, and vaccination history. The Canadian Immunization Guide has details about which vaccines Canadians need. A pharmacist can tell you more specifically which vaccines you need. Call your pharmacy to learn more.
? How do I know if I am eligible?
Eligibility for vaccines is based on age, risk factors, and vaccination history. A pharmacist can tell you if you are eligible for a certain vaccine. Call us to learn more.
? How often do I need to get vaccinated?
How often you need to get vaccinated depends on your age, lifestyle and other risk factors. Vaccines are offered at a specific schedule according to your province’s guidelines. Some vaccines, like the shingles vaccine, require multiple doses to get maximum protection against the disease. Your pharmacist can tell you how often you need to get vaccinated. Call us to learn more.
? What happens when I arrive for my appointment?
On the day of your appointment, be sure to bring your health card, prescription for the injection (if you already have one) and wear clothing where the upper arm is accessible for vaccination. When you arrive, let the pharmacy staff know you've arrived for your vaccine appointment. After receiving your injection, you may be asked to remain in the pharmacy for 15 minutes so the Pharmacist can monitor you for potential reactions.
? How much do vaccinations cost?
In some provinces, certain vaccines and the injection administration fee may be covered by the Provincial plan. Some private drug insurance plans may cover the cost of the vaccine. Due to Provincial variances, an injection administration fee of $15 may also apply to get the vaccine administered at the Pharmacy.
? Can Pharmacists also administer drugs by inhalation?
Yes, Pharmacists can administer inhaled drugs to Patients at the Pharmacy for specific reasons, for example to a Patient who is using an inhaler with a spacer device for the first time and needs assistance. An administration fee of $15 may apply for this service. Call us to learn more.
Contact
1-403-685-2883
Fax: 1-587-387-7217
1919 Sirocco Dr SW 220 Signature Park Plaza, Calgary, AB T3H 2Y3
Open Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:30AM – 7:00PM Sat: 10:00AM – 4:00PM Sun: CLOSEDAlberta College of Pharmacy License
Laila Kharoub License: 14779
Pharmacy’s License: 3985
Concerns?
The Pharmacy License can provide the permit number as per patient request for any regulated member who provide or engages in any pharmacy services to a patient.
