The HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine in Hyderabad is available at Mother Hospitals, Boduppal. We administer Gardasil 9, which protects against 9 HPV strains responsible for 90% of cervical cancers. Recommended for girls aged 9–14 (2 doses), women 15–26 (3 doses), and up to age 45. Walk-in available. Call 97059 93366.
Gardasil 9 HPV vaccination at Mother Hospitals, Boduppal — administered by Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy, a specialist gynaecologist with 20+ years of experience. Protecting girls and women against the leading cause of cervical cancer.
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection worldwide — and the primary cause of cervical cancer in India. The HPV vaccine trains your immune system to recognize and destroy the virus before it can cause lasting harm. It is one of the few vaccines in the world that directly prevents cancer.
HPV is a family of over 200 viruses. Most are harmless and clear on their own. However, 14 strains are classified as high-risk because they can cause persistent infection that leads to cell changes (dysplasia) in the cervix. Over 10–15 years, untreated dysplasia progresses to cervical cancer.
In India, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women, with over 1.25 lakh new cases diagnosed annually (ICMR data). Hyderabad and Telangana reflect national trends — most cases are preventable with timely vaccination and regular Pap smear screening.
HPV types 16 and 18 together account for approximately 70% of all cervical cancers globally. The remaining 30% are caused by other high-risk strains — many of which are now covered by the 9-valent Gardasil 9 vaccine.
Gardasil 9 (the current gold-standard HPV vaccine) protects against 9 HPV strains:
Together, Gardasil 9 protects against approximately 90% of cervical cancers and 85–90% of HPV-related vulvar, vaginal, and anal cancers. It is the most comprehensive HPV vaccine currently available in India.
FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India) recommends HPV vaccination for all girls aged 9–26. The Indian Academy of Pediatrics includes it in the immunisation schedule. WHO recommends vaccination up to age 45 for women who have not yet been vaccinated.
The HPV vaccine is suitable for a wide age range. The earlier it is given, the stronger the protection — but it remains beneficial at any age.
Girls aged 9–14 are the primary target group for HPV vaccination. At this age, the immune system mounts the strongest response to the vaccine, producing antibody levels 2–3 times higher than in older age groups. The standard schedule for this group is just 2 doses — Dose 1 followed by Dose 2 at least 5–6 months later (ideally 6 months).
Most girls in this group have not yet been exposed to HPV, meaning the vaccine provides complete, untested protection. Parents are encouraged to schedule vaccination at the routine adolescent health visit — it can be given alongside other adolescent vaccines safely.
At Mother Hospitals, Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy provides pre-vaccination counselling for parents and adolescent girls, explaining the vaccine's purpose and addressing any concerns.
Women aged 15–26 receive the standard 3-dose schedule: Dose 1, then Dose 2 at 2 months, and Dose 3 at 6 months. Even if you are sexually active or have had previous HPV exposure, vaccination is still strongly recommended — most women have not been exposed to all 9 strains covered by Gardasil 9, so partial protection (covering strains you haven't encountered) is still highly valuable.
This age group includes college-going women and young professionals. Mother Hospitals offers flexible appointment scheduling to accommodate working women and students.
WHO approves Gardasil 9 for women up to age 45. Protection in this group is more variable, as many will have had some prior HPV exposure. However, vaccination still provides meaningful benefit for women who:
Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy will assess your individual risk history and advise whether late vaccination is likely to be beneficial for you specifically.
Yes — HPV vaccination is recommended for boys and men aged 9–26 by WHO and many national bodies. Reasons include:
At Mother Hospitals, our focus is on women's health, but we can advise and refer for male HPV vaccination as part of couple and family health planning.
The number of doses depends on your age at first vaccination. Completing the full schedule on time is essential for maximum protection.
✦ Source: WHO position paper 2022, FOGSI guidelines, IAP immunisation schedule. Doses must be completed for full protection — do not leave the series incomplete. If doses are delayed, the series does not need to be restarted.
The cost of Gardasil 9 in Hyderabad reflects the premium 9-valent formulation. At Mother Hospitals, the vaccine is administered by a qualified gynaecologist — not a pharmacist or general clinic.
Two injections spaced 6 months apart. Highest antibody response, most cost-effective series. Includes pre-vaccination counselling at Mother Hospitals.
Call for Current PriceThree injections over 6 months. Includes gynaecologist consultation, post-vaccination counselling, and guidance on combining with Pap smear screening.
Call for Current PricePlease contact us for current pricing — vaccine costs fluctuate based on supply. We do not inflate prices and provide the vaccine at standard MRP. The Telangana government has offered free HPV vaccination in schools under national programmes — check with us regarding eligibility. For adults seeking private vaccination, please call 97059 93366 for the current schedule and pricing.
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Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy personally oversees HPV vaccination at Mother Hospitals — not a general physician or pharmacist. She reviews your gynaecological history before administering the vaccine, ensuring it is appropriate and timed correctly with any current investigations like a Pap smear.
After each dose, you receive counselling on what the vaccine covers and — critically — what it does not cover. You will understand that regular Pap smear screening is still essential even after vaccination, and when to schedule your next dose.
We offer HPV vaccination as part of a comprehensive women's health visit — combining it with a Pap smear, clinical breast examination, and PCOS screening where relevant. One visit, complete women's health protection.
Gardasil 9 must be stored at 2–8°C. Mother Hospitals maintains pharmaceutical-grade cold chain storage for all vaccines. You can be confident the vaccine you receive has been stored correctly and is fully active.
We send reminders for your second and third dose appointments — ensuring you complete the full series, which many patients forget in the 6-month gap between doses. An incomplete series significantly reduces protection.
If you have daughters aged 9–14, we can coordinate vaccination for your family on the same visit. We provide sensitive, age-appropriate counselling for adolescent girls that addresses their questions honestly and comfortably.
Yes. Gardasil 9 is one of the most extensively studied vaccines in history, with over 270 million doses administered worldwide. The WHO, US CDC, European Medicines Agency, and India's CDSCO have all declared it safe and effective. Common side effects are mild: soreness at the injection site, mild fever, and occasional dizziness. Serious adverse events are extremely rare (less than 1 in 100,000 doses). India's Drug Controller has approved Gardasil 9 for use in women aged 9–45.
Yes. Being sexually active does not disqualify you from HPV vaccination. Even if you have already been exposed to one or two HPV strains, you are unlikely to have encountered all 9 strains covered by Gardasil 9. The vaccine will protect you against the strains you have not yet been exposed to. It does not treat existing HPV infection, but it prevents future infection from the covered strains. Dr. Prashanthi Reddy recommends vaccination for all eligible women, regardless of sexual history.
Gardasil 9 covers approximately 90% of cervical cancer-causing HPV strains. There is a small residual risk from HPV strains not covered by the vaccine. This is why regular Pap smear screening remains essential even after vaccination — the combination of HPV vaccination plus Pap smear testing provides the most comprehensive cervical cancer protection available. You should never consider yourself completely protected from cervical cancer based on vaccination alone.
Current evidence shows protection lasting at least 10–12 years following a completed vaccine series. Long-term follow-up studies are ongoing. Many immunologists believe protection may be lifelong, as antibody levels remain high and show no significant decline in follow-up periods of up to 12 years (the longest available data). No booster dose is currently recommended by WHO, FOGSI, or the Indian Academy of Pediatrics for completed series.
No. HPV vaccination is not recommended during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, vaccination should be delayed until after delivery. If you receive a dose and later discover you were pregnant at the time, the evidence does not suggest harm to the foetus — but it is best practice to delay subsequent doses until after delivery. Women who are breastfeeding can safely receive the HPV vaccine.
The Indian government has announced plans to include HPV vaccination in the National Immunisation Programme for school-going girls. As of 2026, free vaccination is being rolled out in select states through schools for girls aged 9–14. However, private vaccination (Gardasil 9) remains available at hospitals for women who missed the school programme or are above school age. Contact us for current government scheme eligibility in Telangana.
Most people experience only mild side effects. The most common are: pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site (in up to 84% of recipients), mild fever (in approximately 10%), and brief dizziness or fainting (most common in adolescents — we ask patients to sit for 15 minutes after each dose as a precaution). Headache and fatigue are occasionally reported. Serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) are extremely rare — approximately 1 in a million doses. Our clinic is equipped to manage allergic reactions.
No. This is a very important point. HPV vaccination and Pap smear screening are complementary, not interchangeable. The vaccine prevents future HPV infection from covered strains; it does not eliminate the need to check for abnormal cervical cells that may already be present, or from strains not covered by the vaccine. FOGSI and WHO recommend that vaccinated women continue regular cervical screening: every 3 years from age 21–29, and every 3–5 years (with Pap + HPV co-test) from age 30–65. Book your Pap smear at Mother Hospitals alongside your vaccination.
HPV vaccination is one part of comprehensive women's health protection. Explore our full range of preventive and specialist women's health services at Mother Hospitals, Boduppal.
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