HPV Vaccine (Gardasil 9) in Thailand (Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui)
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HPV Vaccine (Gardasil 9) in Thailand: Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui
Written by: Dr Deyn Natthakhet Yaemim (Founding Director), 9 August 2019, Last updated 16 October 2026
The HPV vaccine protects against the human papillomavirus, which can cause genital warts and several types of cancer.
At PULSE Clinic, we offer Gardasil 9 (protecting against 9 HPV types) and Gardasil 4 (protecting against 4 types) in Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, and Koh Samui. This guide explains who should be vaccinated, how many doses you need, what it costs, and how genital warts are treated.
HPV Vaccine Price List at PULSE Clinic Thailand
| HPV Vaccine 9 Types (Gardasil 9) | Dosage | Price |
| 1 Single Dose | 9400 THB | |
| A Complete Course of 3 Doses | 28200 THB 26000 THB |
| HPV Vaccine 4 Types (Gardasil 4) | Dosage | Price |
| 1 Single Dose | 3600 THB | |
| A Complete Course of 3 Doses | 10800 THB 10000 THB |
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What is HPV, and how is it transmitted?
HPV (human papillomavirus) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. There are over 200 types, and most sexually active people will be infected at some point in their lives.
HPV spreads mainly through skin-to-skin contact during intimate or sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. Your risk increases with the number of sexual partners you or your partners have. Most people have no symptoms, and many infections clear on their own. This means you can pass HPV on without knowing you have it.
Condoms reduce risk but do not offer complete protection, because HPV can spread through skin that a condom does not cover.
What diseases and cancers are caused by HPV?
Some HPV infections do not clear and can lead to health problems over time.
- HPV types 16 and 18 are the main causes of cervical cancer. They also cause cancers of the anus, the back of the throat (including the base of the tongue and tonsils), the penis, and the vagina and vulva.
- HPV types 6 and 11 are the main causes of genital and anal warts. These types are not linked to cancer.
- HPV types 31, 33, 45, 52 and 58 cause around 15% of cervical cancers.
HPV does not only affect women. Men can develop anal, throat and penile cancers from HPV. Cancer often takes years, even decades, to develop after infection, and no one can know in advance who will be affected. People with weakened immune systems, including people living with HIV, are less able to clear HPV and have a higher risk of related health problems.
Which HPV vaccines are available?
There are three HPV vaccines worldwide, and all are non-infectious:
- Bivalent (2v, Cervarix): HPV 16 and 18
- Quadrivalent (4v, Gardasil 4): HPV 6, 11, 16 and 18
- Nonavalent (9v, Gardasil 9): HPV 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52 and 58
All three protect against HPV 16 and 18. Gardasil 4 and Gardasil 9 also protect against HPV 6 and 11, which cause genital and anal warts. Gardasil 9 adds protection against five more cancer-causing types.
Gardasil 9 (Merck & Co.) was approved by the US FDA in December 2014. In February 2015, the US Advisory Committee on Immunisation Practices (ACIP) recommended it for both males and females. It is widely used in many countries.
Note: While these three vaccines exist, Gardasil 9 has become the global standard, and older versions like Cervarix and Gardasil 4 are phased out or unavailable in many regions.
When should you start, and how many doses do you need?
The best time is as soon as possible. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends routine vaccination at ages 11 to 12, before any exposure to HPV. Adults who were not vaccinated earlier can still benefit, so please speak to our doctor about your situation.
Following ACIP guidance, the number of doses depends on your age when you start:
- Under 15 years old: 2 doses (day 1, then 6 to 12 months later)
- 15 years or older: 3 doses (day 1, month 1 to 2, and month 6)
- People with weakened immune systems, including people living with HIV: 3 doses, regardless of age
The vaccine prevents new infections. It does not treat an HPV infection or warts you already have.
Started with Gardasil 4 or Cervarix? Can you finish with Gardasil 9?
Yes, you can complete your course with Gardasil 9.
If you have already completed a full course of Gardasil 4 or Cervarix, you are usually well protected against the types that cause most HPV-related cancers (HPV 16 and 18). The main extra benefit of Gardasil 9 is for women, through protection against five more types linked to cervical cancer. Whether a repeat course is worthwhile is a personal decision, and our doctors are happy to advise you.
Vaccinated women still need regular cervical cancer screening. Our doctor can advise you on the schedule that suits your age and history.
Is the HPV vaccine safe? Possible side effects
The HPV vaccine is safe and highly effective. It significantly reduces HPV-related genital warts and cancers, and it also helps protect others through herd immunity.
Like any vaccine, it can cause side effects. The most common are mild:
- Pain, redness or swelling in the arm where the injection was given
- Dizziness or fainting (more common among teenagers after any vaccine)
- Nausea
- Headache
The benefits of HPV vaccination far outweigh the risk of side effects.
Can genital warts be treated?
Yes. Several treatments are available for genital warts:
- Podophyllotoxin (0.5% solution or 0.15% cream): Apply twice daily for 3 days, followed by 4 days of rest, for up to 4 weeks. It is suitable for home treatment of external warts. Applying petroleum jelly around the base of the warts first helps prevent skin burns. It should not be used in pregnancy.
- Imiquimod cream: Apply 3 times a week and wash off after 6 to 10 hours, for up to 16 weeks. It is suitable for external warts and should be avoided in pregnancy.
- Cryotherapy: The warts are frozen with liquid nitrogen. Warts can come back, so repeat treatment is sometimes needed.
- Surgical removal: Done under local or general anaesthesia.
- Electrocautery: The warts are burnt off with an electric current. This produces smoke that may carry viral particles, so it needs a proper ventilation system to protect the doctor and staff.
Does PULSE Clinic treat anal and genital warts?
Yes. We treat anal warts, genital warts, and warty lesions on other parts of the body. You can book a consultation or an STI test and treatment visit.
We use trichloroacetic acid (TCA) or podophyllin, in line with sexually transmitted infection treatment guidelines. TCA works by destroying the proteins in wart cells. Because it can also damage healthy skin, it must be applied carefully by a trained doctor. Treatment is usually once a week, and only the wart is treated to protect the surrounding skin.
How well does it work?
Studies show TCA can clear warts in up to about 80% of cases after 6 weeks, depending on the size and location of the warts. It works best on small, moist warts.
What are the side effects?
TCA usually causes a few minutes of mild to moderate discomfort when applied. It is not absorbed easily by the body, so it may irritate the skin locally but does not cause whole-body side effects. If the acid goes too deep, you may have pain, irritation or ulcers, which heal. Common effects include burning, swelling and tenderness where the medicine is applied.
Can HPV infection be prevented?
Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself. Gardasil 9 protects against nine HPV types, including those that cause most HPV-related cancers and genital warts. Condoms and regular health check-ups also help, but they do not replace vaccination.
Where can you get the HPV vaccine in Thailand?
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Frequently asked questions
How many HPV vaccine doses do I need?
People under 15 need 2 doses, given 6 to 12 months apart. People aged 15 and over need 3 doses, given on day 1, at 1 to 2 months, and at 6 months. People with weakened immune systems need 3 doses at any age.
Can men get the HPV vaccine?
Yes. HPV can cause anal, throat and penile cancers and genital warts in men. The vaccine helps prevent these and also helps protect partners.
What is the difference between Gardasil 4 and Gardasil 9?
Gardasil 4 protects against HPV 6, 11, 16 and 18. Gardasil 9 protects against these four types plus HPV 31, 33, 45, 52 and 58, which together cause around 15% of cervical cancers.
Can I complete my course with Gardasil 9 if I started with Gardasil 4?
Yes. You can complete your course with Gardasil 9. Our doctor can advise you if you have already finished a full course.
Can genital warts be treated?
Yes. Options include podophyllotoxin or imiquimod creams, cryotherapy, surgical removal and TCA applied by a doctor. At PULSE Clinic, we commonly use TCA once a week, which can clear warts in up to about 80% of cases after 6 weeks.
What are the side effects of the HPV vaccine?
Side effects are usually mild: pain, redness or swelling at the injection site, dizziness, nausea or headache. Fainting after vaccination is more common among teenagers.
Do I still need cervical screening after HPV vaccination?
Yes. The vaccine does not protect against every cancer-causing HPV type, so vaccinated women still need regular screening.
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This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. Please consult a doctor about your own health and vaccination needs.
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