Valacyclovir is an antiviral that is used to treat viral infections caused by herpes simplex virus (cold sores) and varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox and shingles). This medicine is also used to reduce the episodes of genital herpes, which is also caused by the herpes simplex virus. Valacyclovir does not cure these viral infections but decreases the severity and duration of the viral outbreak.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, the herpes virus remains dormant in our body. So you might be having herpes virus in your body despite taking Valacyclovir.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acyclovir can be taken as 800 mg five times daily. Usually, Acyclovir is a dispersible tablet.
Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed for protecting patient's identity).Toxoplasmosis does not manifest like this.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. It appears to be a perianal abscess with minor erosions. Apply Mupirocin ointment twice daily for 20 days.
Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Yes, you can take medicines to reduce your itching. But before that, I would like to know if you have any medical conditions causing repeated bouts of herpes.Thanks.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug used for the treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis).
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