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Drug
Uses
Valtrex is used for patients who have shingles (herpes
zoster) or genital herpes.
General
Information
This database does not contain every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your health care provider.
This information is for educational purposes only.
How
Drug Works
Valtrex prevents growth of the virus in your system.
This medicine is converted to acyclovir and works by
blocking the replication of the viral DNA.
How
Taken
You should start to take this medicine as soon as symptoms
appear, and you will probably take it for at least seven
days or as directed by your physician.
Possible
Side Effects
This medicine is generally well-tolerated and side effects
are usually mild. headache abdominal discomfort nausea
Warnings/Precautions
If you have: kidney disease are immunocompromized are
over the age of 65, talk to your doctor before taking
this medicine.
Overdose
For emergencies, seek medical attention immediately.
For non emergencies, contact your local or regional
poison control center.
Drug
Interactions
Talk to your pharmacist if you are taking cimetidine
or probenecid because they may temporarily increase
the concentration of this medicine.
Missed
Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is
time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
Talk to you doctor. For nursing mothers, this medication
is generally considered incompatible with breast-feeding.
If you suspect that you may be pregnant, it will be
important to weight the risks and benefits of taking
this medicine.
More
Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider.
Disclaimer
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only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose, it should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient.
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