Vaccine (Viral vaccine for Ebola prevention)
Last reviewed July 2026
Who is this for?
The Ebola vaccine is an injection that trains your body's immune system to recognize and fight the Ebola virus before you get infected. In Nigeria, the two-dose regimen is available as Zabdeno (first dose) and Mvabea (second dose), which work together to give you strong, long-lasting protection.
Activates adaptive immune responses by expressing Ebola virus glycoprotein antigens, which stimulate B lymphocytes to produce neutralizing antibodies and prime cytotoxic T cells to recognize and eliminate Ebola virus-infected cells.
Prevention of Ebola virus disease (the dangerous fever that causes severe bleeding, organ failure, and death)
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Explore this drug
If you miss your second dose (Mvabea) at the 8-week mark, go back to the health centre as soon as possible to receive it. The second dose is very important to complete your protection against Ebola. Do not skip it.
Only receive this vaccine at an approved health facility or during official vaccination campaigns, never from unverified sources. Make sure you go back for the second dose (Mvabea) to get full protection. If Ebola is reported in your area and you have not been vaccinated, contact your local health authority immediately.
If you are taking medicines that weaken your immune system (like steroids or HIV drugs), tell your doctor because the vaccine may not work as well. There are no known food or alcohol interactions, but it is wise to avoid alcohol on the day of vaccination so your body can respond properly.
Check your specific combination
Is it safe to take Ebola with your other drugs?
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should only receive this vaccine if the risk of Ebola exposure is very high, so consult your doctor before taking it.
This vaccine must be stored in a refrigerator or cold chain by health workers, as it cannot survive Nigerian heat. You will not store this at home. It should never be frozen or exposed to direct sunlight. Always receive it at a proper health facility.
For information only: not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under, especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.