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 | Valtrex® Valtrex is an antiviral agent used in the treatment of herpes zoster (shingles), genital herpes and is also being used for herpes simplex (cold sores).
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Common Brand Name(s)
Valtrex Caplet
Uses
This medicine is used to treat shingles and to treat or
suppress genital herpes.
Contraindications
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient
in this medicine or similar medications.
How to Use
How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends
on many factors, including the condition being treated,
your age, and weight.
If you have any questions about the amount
and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk
with your health care provider.
This medicine may be taken without regard
to meals. This medicine should be taken at the earliest
sign or symptom of shingles or genital herpes and is most
effective when started within 48 hours of the start of
the shingles or the first episode of genital herpes. Take
this medicine within 24 hours of recurrent episodes of
genital herpes.
This medicine may not work after 72 hours
past onset of shingles or genital herpes or after 24 hours
past the onset of recurring genital herpes. It may not
be effective in suppressing genital herpes beyond 1 year.
This medication is not a cure for genital
herpes. You should avoid contact with lesions or sexual
intercourse to avoid infecting sexual partners. This medicine
may cause dizziness. Use caution while driving or performing
other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical
dexterity. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking
with your doctor.
Patients with previous medical conditions
should talk with their health care provider before taking
this medication. Do not take more medicine than prescribed
unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care
provider.
This includes any herbal preparations or
dietary supplements. Do not take any other over-the-counter
or prescription medications without talking with your
doctor.
Side Effects
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people
have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist
if any of the following occurs: Severe- Unusual bleeding
or bruising. Common- Nausea; headache; vomiting; dizziness;
stomach pain; painful menstruation;joint pain; depression.
Precautions
Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider
about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning
to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking
any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal
preparation, or dietary supplement; if you have a weakened
immune system; if you have impaired kidney function; if
you have any other medical condition
Notes
If you have any questions about your medicine, please
talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
Missed Dose
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several
hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next
dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised
by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
Storage
Store tablets between 59 and 77 degrees F.
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