Chemitex Pharmacy offers Gardasil 9, the most comprehensive HPV vaccine currently licensed in the UK, from our clinic at 332 Hornsey Road in Islington. We vaccinate patients aged 9 to 45, with same-week appointments available Monday to Saturday.
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Book online through our booking system or call us on 0207 272 4869. We’ll confirm your slot and let you know what to expect, including how many doses your age group requires.
A trained member of our clinical team will review your medical history, confirm you’re suitable for the vaccine, and answer any questions you have before administering the injection.
Gardasil 9 is given as a single injection into the upper arm. Most appointments are complete within 15 minutes, including a brief post-injection observation period. No recovery time is needed afterwards.
Human papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the UK. Most sexually active people will acquire at least one HPV strain during their lifetime, and the majority will clear it without knowing they were ever infected.
HPV is a family of more than 200 related viral strains. Low-risk strains, such as types 6 and 11, cause genital warts. High-risk strains, particularly types 16 and 18, can cause abnormal cell changes that, if left undetected over many years, may develop into cancer.
HPV 16 and 18 are responsible for around 70% of cervical cancers, and are also strongly linked to cancers of the throat, anus, penis, vulva, and vagina. The virus spreads through skin-to-skin genital contact, so condom use alone does not reliably prevent transmission.
The HPV vaccine is, in practical terms, a cancer prevention tool. It does not treat existing infections, but it protects against strains a person has not yet been exposed to, which is why earlier vaccination tends to offer the greatest benefit.
In England, the NHS school programme has already produced measurable reductions in cervical cancer rates among vaccinated cohorts. Adults who missed that programme or who received an older two-strain vaccine can now access Gardasil 9 privately, picking up protection against strains the earlier vaccines did not cover.
Vaccination at any age up to 45 can meaningfully reduce risk. Most sexually active people have not been exposed to all nine strains in Gardasil 9, so even a partial reduction in exposure is clinically worthwhile.
If you have any questions about eligibility, our team will carry out a brief health check at every appointment before administering the vaccine.
We administer Gardasil 9 (manufactured by MSD), which targets nine HPV strains: types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58. Between them, these strains account for the majority of HPV-related cancers and almost all genital warts caused by HPV.
The vaccine works by introducing virus-like particles into the body. These particles trigger an immune response and produce protective antibodies without using any live virus, so there is no risk of acquiring HPV from the vaccine itself.
Each dose is priced at £165. There are no additional consultation fees, and the total course cost depends only on how many doses your age group requires. Call us or book online to confirm your schedule before your first appointment.
Dosing is determined by age at the start of the course, not at each subsequent appointment.
If you started a course elsewhere, or previously received Gardasil 4 or Cervarix, speak to our team before booking. In most cases, an incomplete course can be completed with Gardasil 9 without restarting.
Most side effects are mild and resolve within 48 hours. The most common reactions are:
We ask all patients to remain seated for 15 minutes after the injection as a precaution against fainting. Serious allergic reactions are very rare; our team is trained to recognise and respond to them.
Gardasil 9 provides protection against a range of HPV-related conditions:
Our experienced team administers vaccines daily across NHS and private services, with a strong track record for patients across Islington and North London.
We hold slots throughout the week, Monday to Saturday, so you can start your course without a long wait.
At £165 per dose, there are no hidden fees or mandatory add-ons. You will know your full course cost before committing to a single appointment.
Book directly online or by phone. Our team handles eligibility screening, the injection itself, and any follow-up questions you have.
We stock only Gardasil 9, the nine-strain vaccine. Not every private clinic carries it as the default, so it is worth confirming before you book elsewhere.
All HPV appointments are conducted in a dedicated private room at our Hornsey Road premises, keeping your appointment discreet and professional.
Open six days a week, Chemitex Pharmacy is here to support your health. Call us, send an email, or visit our accessible pharmacy near Finsbury Park for all your healthcare needs.
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Got some friendly and super quick travel vaccines here as I realised 5 days before travel. The pharmacist was soooo lovely and made the whole appointment easy. She was very informed and answered all my questions with confidence. Will be coming back for any future vaccine needs for sure as the price was much cheaper than the other ones in the area
I came into the chemist on Friday and I was very impressed by your colleague Fiona and how skilled she is with customers, particularly those who are vulnerable. She offered reassurance, was informative, and showed kindness and patience. She is an asset to your business.
Great little local pharmacy with wide selection and convenient hours, always has what I need in stock. Great customer service and advice from a lovely bubbly young woman who works on the till. Would recommend.
I needed to get a Covid and Flu vaccination together, before traveling, and Chemitex were able to give me a next day appointment and a good price.
The service was excellent and friendly.
I thoroughly recommend.
Yes. Gardasil 9 covers nine strains. Even if you have had a previous HPV infection, vaccination protects against strains you have not yet been exposed to.
No. Gardasil 9 covers nine strains responsible for most HPV-related cancers and the vast majority of genital warts, but not all 200-plus known HPV types.
Resume the course from where you left off rather than restarting it. Our team will advise on correct timing when you book your next appointment with us.
In most cases, yes. Gardasil 9 can be co-administered with other vaccines at separate injection sites. Our team will confirm suitability at your appointment.
Yes. The NHS school programme now uses Gardasil 9. Accessing it privately at Chemitex lets you receive the same vaccine outside the school schedule, up to age 45.
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Chemitex Pharmacy is located at 332 Hornsey Road, London, N7 7HE. It’s just a short walk from Holloway Road and Finsbury Park stations. You’ll also find it near the Emirates Stadium. Book online using the link below, or call our team directly.
