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Genital Herpes (initial episodes) - The recommended dosage of Valtrex for treatment of initial genital herpes is 1 gram twice daily for 10 days. There are no data on the effectiveness of treatment with Valtrex when initiated more than 72 hours after the onset of signs and symptoms. Therapy was most effective when administered within 48 hours of the onset of signs and symptoms.
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Valtrex (valcyclovir) is an anti-viral drug approved for treating initial genital herpes, recurrent genital herpes, and chronic suppressive treatment of recurrent genital herpes. In clearer terms, the drug is used to manage symptoms in individuals with herpes. Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of Valtrex to prevent transmission of herpes to an uninfected partner.
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Valtrex is supplied as film-coated caplets containing 500 mg valacyclovir. The manufacturer recommends a dosage for herpes zoster of 1 g (two caplets) by mouth three times a day for 7 days. Patients should begin taking the drug at the earliest sign of shingles (the medication is most effective when started within 48 hours of the appearance of rash). Efficacy when treatment starts more than 72 hours after onset of rash has not been determined. Dosage modification may be required for patients with renal impairment and for the elderly (depending on renal function). Valacyclovir use has not been evaluated for children.
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Do not take Valtrex without first talking to your doctor if you are allergic to acyclovir (Zovirax). Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or immune system problems. You may need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment with Valtrex. Valtrex is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Valtrex passes into breast milk and how it may affect a nursing baby.
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Valtrex is used to treat conditions related to the herpes virus, including shingles, cold sores, and genital herpes. It helps the body fight the infection by preventing the virus from multiplying. It ... can help the outbreak to heal quicker. Potential side effects of Valtrex include a headache, nausea, and depression. It is important to take the medication as prescribed in order for it to work properly.
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Valtrex is primarily used for suppression therapy, but can ... be used for outbreak therapy (taken when an outbreak occurs). When an outbreak does occur, Valtrex is most effective when taken within 24 hours of the first sign of symptoms of a genital herpes outbreak.
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