Valtrex

Valtrex - 500mg

30 caplets - $219.0060 caplets - $419.0090 caplets - $609.00

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Valtrex Overview

Valtrex (valacyclovir) is an antiviral prescription medication which is used to treat patients who are suffering from outbreaks of the herpes simplex virus, cold sores and shingles. This drug has been clinically proven to reduce the duration and the severity of outbreaks as well as limiting the occurrence of future outbreaks.

Genital Herpes Treatments:

While there is no cure for genital herpes there are effective forms of treatment that can help prevent future outbreaks. Currently all of the herpes treatment medications work as an antiviral and actually fight the virus itself, slowing it down and preventing it from spreading in the body.

What are Shingles and their Symptoms?

Shingles is a skin rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. The herpes virus that causes shingles and chickenpox is not the same type of herpes that causes genital herpes. Most commonly it is accompanied by the following symptoms:

• Flu-like symptoms without the flu
• Rash that can cover large areas of the body and looks like red shingles that can also have lesions or blisters; which can ooze blood and puss and crust over
• Headache
• Fever
• Achy muscles

How to Take Valtrex:

Only take this prescription drug exactly as directed to by a physician. Most often it will be prescribed to be taken 1-2 times per day with a full glass of water. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you can. This medication works best when taken on a full stomach.

How Does Valtrex Work?

This drug is an antiviral. It attacks the herpes simplex virus in the body and slows it down. When the virus is slowed down, the body has time to naturally react and to defend itself. The end result is a lessening in the duration and the severity of the symptoms, as well as a reduction in the occurrence of future outbreaks.

Side Effects of Valtrex Include:

Like all prescription drugs, there are some potential side effects which can occur when you are taking Valtrex. They include the following:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Stomach pains
• Headache
• Tremors
• Dizziness
• In rare cases, a potentially serious allergic reaction can occur which can include the following symptoms: breathing difficulty, swelling of the lips, swelling of the mouth, swelling of the tongue, swelling of the face or an outbreak of hives—if you experience any of these rare yet serious side effects, STOP taking Valtrex and seek immediate medical attention.

Valtrex Precautions:

It is very important that you tell your doctor about ALL of the drugs that you are currently taking in order to avoid any interactions. Some people may not be able to take Valtrex including: people that are taking drugs containing Probenecid (Benemid) and cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB); women who are currently pregnant or nursing; and those who suffer from kidney disease or immune deficiencies. Only your doctor will be able to tell you if Valtrex is right for you.

Manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline