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Valaciclovir or valacyclovir is an antiviral drug used in the management of herpes simplex and herpes zoster (shingles). It is a prodrug, being converted in vivo to aciclovir. It is marketed by GlaxoSmithKline under the trade name Valtrex. more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Sexually Transmitted Di... | 176 |
95% |
| Shingles | 49 |
96% |
| Bell's Palsy | 36 |
81% |
| Oral Herpes | 25 |
84% |
| Sexually Transmitted Di... | 13 |
100% |
Overall, 93% (314
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Took more when I was younger
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I have only had 1 or 2 outbreaks, so I really dont do any treatments. but I did try Valtrex once.
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works fine, no side effects. but expensive
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It seems to work well along with lysine.
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worked on first time.
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it helps me heal quickly at time of break outs
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Didn't seem to work. All meds add up to constipation.
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This works really well too but I switched because it gave people the impression that I had herpes instead of shingles.
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1 mg daily
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I agree. The doctors never brought it up and it was me that brought Valtrex up at my recent appt. Why a doctor would refuse to do the test on you is... [More] -
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I had an appt. with a new specialist and she is having me have blood work done to see if I am carrying the herpes virus. If so, she will prescribe t... [More] -
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I also take acyclovir. It's also an antiviral medication, and as far as I know Wal Mart provides it at no cost to you. As far as the pain in your urin... [More] -
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wait a minute- there is a generic for valtrex???? I was told they do not make a generic whatsoever, and therefore my insurance never covered the brand... [More] -
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Having my second attack. I waited to go to the Doctor, as it started off not too badly. I thought that I could handle it...well it has gotten worse. I... [More]
