Description
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What is Valaciclovir?
Valaciclovir is a prescription-only antiviral medication used to treat herpes, including cold sores. Valaciclovir helps reduce the severity and duration of outbreaks, promotes faster healing of sores, and prevents new cold sores from forming.
It’s important to understand that Valaciclovir is not a cure for herpes. It suppresses the virus to manage symptoms and reduce the likelihood of future outbreaks.
How does Valaciclovir work?
Valaciclovir interferes with the herpes virus’s ability to reproduce, slowing down its growth and spread. Valaciclovir is a prodrug, which means it transforms into another substance (Aciclovir) in the body.
How do I take Valaciclovir?
- Four tablets, twice a day with water
- Take for 1 day
Staying hydrated during your treatment is essential to reduce the risk of dehydration.
How effective is Valaciclovir?
When taken twice daily, Valaciclovir has been shown to be as effective as Aciclovir in treating cold sores. It’s also proven to be effective in treating cold sores and other herpes simplex virus (HSV) skin infections. Valaciclovir starts working shortly after you begin taking it, reducing healing time and the risk of transmission to others.
What is the difference between Valaciclovir and Aciclovir?
Both Aciclovir and Valaciclovir are closely related. Valaciclovir is a prodrug of Aciclovir, meaning it converts into Aciclovir after ingestion. Both medications are equally effective in treating cold sores, but Valaciclovir offers the advantage of less frequent dosing, which can make treatment adherence easier.
What is Valtrex?
Valtrex contains the active ingredient ‘Valaciclovir’ and is the branded version of the medication Valaciclovir. They work the same way to treat cold sores, but Valtrex is available at a higher price.
