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Valtrex (Valacyclovir Hydrochloride) - Indications and Dosage Genital Herpes: Initial Episode: The recommended dosage of VALTREX for treatment. of initial genital herpes is 1 gram twice daily for 10 days. Therapy was most effective when. administered within 48 hours of the onset of signs and symptoms. Recurrent Episodes: The recommended dosage of VALTREX for treatment of.
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Valtrex 1 VALTREX (valacyclovir hydrochloride) may not help you if you start treatment too late. 2  If you miss a dose of VALTREX (valacyclovir hydrochloride) , take it as soon as you remember and then take your next dose at its regular time. 3  However, if it is almost time for your next dose, do not take the missed dose. If you are taking VALTREX (valacyclovir hydrochloride) to treat cold sores, chickenpox, shingles, or genital herpes, you should start treatment as soon as possible after your symptoms start. 2  VALTREX (valacyclovir hydrochloride) may not help you if you start treatment too late.
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Valaciclovir for viral infections Valtrex How to take aciclovir. 1  Before you start the treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. 2  Your dose will depend upon the type of infection you have, so take aciclovir exactly as your doctor tells you to. 3  Space out your doses evenly during the day.
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What Is Valtrex (Valacyclovir)? Valtrex is the brand name for valacyclovir, an antiviral drug used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In adults, it’s prescribed for shingles (herpes zoster), cold sores around the mouth, and to help lessen the effects of genital herpes.: Valtrex (valacyclovir) is used for oral herpes, also referred to as cold sores or herpes labialis, in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. Valtrex is an antiviral medication.
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- For the treatment of shingles (herpes zoster) in adults, the dose of valacyclovir is 1000 mg (1 gram) by mouth, three times a day, for seven days. When treating cold sores (herpes labialis) in adults and children at least 12 years old, the dose of valacyclovir is 2000 mg (2 grams), taken twice a day for one day.
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Valtrex Valtrex (valacyclovir) is an antiviral medication used to treat infections with herpes zoster (shingles), herpes simplex genitalis (genital herpes), and herpes labialis (cold sores).Valtrex is available in generic form. It is taken as caplets that may be taken with or without food.Side effects of Valtrex may include headache, dizziness, tired feeling, depression, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, joint pain, menstrual pain, skin rash, stuffy nose, or sore throat.altrex is available in generic form. It is taken as caplets that may be taken with or without food. Side effects of Valtrex may include headache, dizziness, tired feeling, depression, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, joint pain, menstrual pain, skin rash, stuffy nose, or sore throat.
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- Valtrex Tablets for people with Herpes zoster (shingles) or Herpes labialis (cold sores): 500 mg [8], 500 mg [30], 500 mg [42], 500 mg [100] and 1000 mg [4] is a brand of medicine containing the active ingredient valaciclovir. Find out more about active ingredients.
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Valtrex What is Valtrex? Valtrex (valacyclovir) is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus to help the body fight the infection. Valtrex is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles (herpes zoster) in adults.
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Valacyclovir Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug.
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- A: Valtrex (Valacyclovir) is an antiviral drug that slows down the spread of the herpes virus. Valtrex will not cure the herpes virus but Valtrex will lessen the symptoms of the infection. Valtrex is used for the herpes virus which includes genital herpes, cold sores, chicken pox and shingles.
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Valacyclovir During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Women taking valacyclovir for the first outbreak of genital herpes should NOT stop taking the medication after testing positive for pregnancy. The first infection can be life-threatening, so taking the full course of treatment is necessary for fetal/maternal health.
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- Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): The recommended dosage of VALTREX for treatment of cold sores is 2 grams twice daily for 1 day taken 12 hours apart. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest symptom of a cold sore (e.g., tingling, itching, or burning).
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Valtrex (Valacyclovir Hydrochloride) - Indications and Dosage Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): VALTREX is indicated for the treatment of cold sores. (herpes labialis) in pediatric patients aged greater than or equal to 12 years. The efficacy of. VALTREX initiated after the development of clinical signs of a cold sore (e.g., papule, vesicle, or ulcer) has not been established.
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- VALACYCLOVIR is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections include herpes and shingles. This medicine will not cure herpes. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of valacyclovir is around $26.45, 91% off the average retail price of $297.57. Compare herpes virus nucleoside analogues.
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Drugs VALTREX safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for VALTREX. VALTREX ® (valacyclovir hydrochloride) Caplets Initial U.S. Approval: 1995 -----RECENT MAJOR CHANGES-----Indications and Usage, Pediatric Patients (1.2) 9/2008 Dosage and Administration, Pediatric Patients (2.2, 2.3) 9/2008
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Valtrex Dosage Dose of Valtrex for Shingles. For the treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis) in adults and children age 12 and older, the recommended dose is Valtrex 2000 mg (2 grams), twice a day, for one day.The two doses should be taken about 12 hours apart.s is always the case, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so. For the treatment of shingles (herpes zoster) in adults, the recommended dose is Valtrex 1000 mg (1 gram) taken by mouth three times a day for seven days.
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Valacyclovir /Treatment /Valacyclovir. Valacyclovir is a drug that is used to control the herpes virus. This virus is responsible for shingles, herpes simplex genitalis and cold sores. Valacyclovir will stop the replication of viral DNA which will reduce the reproduction of herpes virus.
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Valtrex dosage for fever blisters Ny dentist prescribed Valtrex for my fever blisters. I forgot to ask OB what dosage is ok (i know the medicine is ok to take). The recommended dose from the dentist is 2000mg, 2x/day for 1 day. It seemed like a lot so i only took 1000mg.
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- See also Side Effects section. Before taking valacyclovir, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to acyclovir; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
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Valtrex Acyclovir bioavailability from the administration of VALTREX (valacyclovir hydrochloride) is not altered by administration with food (30 minutes after an 873 Kcal breakfast, which included 51 grams of fat).
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Valacyclovir for the Management of Herpes Viral Infections Treatment of genital herpes is categorized into primary, episodic, and suppressive regimens. Valacyclovir is approved by the US FDA at 1,000mg, po, two times daily for 10 days for initial onset of genital herpes and at a 3-day, 500mg, twice-daily course for episodic management of recurrent herpes.
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Valtrex Last reviewed on RxList 9/1/2016. Valtrex (valacyclovir) is an antiviral medication used to treat infections with: herpes zoster (shingles), herpes simplex genitalis (genital herpes), and herpes labialis (cold sores).
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valacyclovir - oral, Valtrex Uses. Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes.
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Valtrex Dosage For the treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis) in adults and children age 12 and older, the recommended dose is Valtrex 2000 mg (2 grams), twice a day, for one day.
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Valtrex Dosage Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): The recommended dosage of Valtrex for treatment of cold sores is 2 grams twice daily for 1 day taken 12 hours apart. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest symptom of a cold sore (e.g., tingling, itching, or burning).
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Proper Use The usual dose is 10 mg of acyclovir per kg (4.5 mg per pound) of body weight, injected slowly into a vein over at least a one-hour period and repeated every eight hours for ten days. Missed Dose If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible.