What are the recommended vaccinations for patients with Crohn's disease on immunosuppressive therapy?

Guideline-aligned answer with reasoning, red flags and references. Clinically reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP.

Posted: 16 August 2025Updated: 16 August 2025 Guideline-Aligned (High Confidence) Clinically Reviewed
Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGPClinical Lead • iatroX

The provided UK guideline excerpts do not specify a list of recommended vaccinations for patients with Crohn's disease who are receiving immunosuppressive therapy.

However, people with Crohn's disease may be at an increased risk of opportunistic infections due to underlying disease activity, malnutrition, long-term immunosuppressive drug treatment, or surgery . Consequently, advice on live vaccines is important for this patient group .

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