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Uses:
Valacyclovir is used to treat cold sores (herpes labialis) shingles (herpes zoster). It is also used to treat genital herpes in patients with a normal immune system. Valacyclovir can also be used to control genital herpes outbreaks in all patients including those with HIV. This is also known as suppressive therapy. This medication helps control symptoms but does not cure the disease.
Valacyclovir belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals.
If you are taking valacyclovir for treatment of genital herpes to lower the chance of giving herpes to your partner it is important to follow safe sex practices even if there are no symptoms present. Always use a condom made of latex or polyurethane. When you have symptoms or are experiencing an outbreak do not have sexual contact with your partner.
OTHER USES: This medication may be used to prevent or treat other types of viral infections (cytomegalovirus) in certain patient populations.
How To Take Generic Valtrex
Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Take valacyclovir by mouth as directed by your doctor with or without food. When taking this medication to treat an outbreak it works best if you take Valtrex when you first notice an outbreak is starting. The medication may not work as well if you wait more than 72 hours to start it. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
When treating an outbreak continue to take this medication until the full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear. When using this drug to suppress/control outbreaks take exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not skip doses or stop taking this without your doctor's approval. Stopping therapy too soon may result in ineffective treatment.
If using this Valtrex to treat an outbreak inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
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