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dose of valtrex


please can you inform me about the dosage of valtrex in case of herpes zoster and its adjustment in case of renal impairment
by Dr.Rasha in EGYPt, 02/02/2007

Valtrex (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Valtrex (Oral)

Valtrex (Oral) Medication Classification

VALACYCLOVIR (By mouth)

Valtrex (Oral) Brandname

Valtrex

Valtrex (Oral) is used for the Treatment

Valacyclovir (val-ay-SYE-kloe-veer) Treats herpes virus infections, including shingles (herpes zoster), cold sores (herpes labialis), and genital herpes (herpes simplex). This medicine will not cure herpes, but may prevent a breakout of herpes sores or blisters.

When To Not Use Valtrex (Oral)

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to valacyclovir or acyclovir (Zovirax®).

How Should You Use Valtrex (Oral)

Tablet

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
  • You may take this medicine with or without food.
  • Take this medicine at the first sign of a herpes breakout, or as soon as possible after you are diagnosed with herpes zoster. The medicine may not work if you wait longer than 3 days to start using it.
    • If a dose is missed:
  • If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Proper Valtrex (Oral) Storage

Store Valtrex (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Valtrex (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Valtrex (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using medicines that weaken the immune system (such as steroids, chemotherapy, or radiation).

Valtrex (Oral) Warnings

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, or a weakened immune system (caused by recent bone marrow or kidney transplant, or cancer chemotherapy, HIV/AIDS, recent infection, or other diseases).
  • Valacyclovir will not stop the spread of herpes during sex. Avoid having sex while you have herpes sores.
  • Even if you have no signs of a herpes infection, it is still possible to spread the virus to others during sex. Talk with your doctor about ways to keep from spreading the virus.
  • Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine for several days.

Valtrex (Oral) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
  • Confusion, agitation, behavior changes
  • Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
  • Fainting or extreme weakness
  • Pinpoint red spots on your skin
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Headache
  • Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
  • Problems with vision

Valtrex (Oral) Ratings

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Valtrex (Oral)
3.5

Effectiveness: ***

Ease of Use: *****

Overall Satisfaction: ***

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Christianne, Christianne - 01/15/2014

I believe your coisun could have it. But i wouldnt say he is a dirty person for getting it. I think he should have used condoms!!! And the girl or guy he did it with was dirty. But people make mistakes. Some people you trust with your life and then you do it unprotected with them and then you find out you have an STD. And there is nothing wrong with having sex before marriage. 96% maybe more of people have sex before marriage. All i say is use protection.

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Valtrex (Oral)
3.5

Effectiveness: ***

Ease of Use: ****

Overall Satisfaction: ***

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bg, PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 06/04/2010

Recently, I was doing well when my doctor started me on a dose of 500mg Valtrex. However, when I began taking twice that amount, or 1000 mg, I started having some killer hot flashes, mood changes, like irritability, and headaches pretty much immediately. But, I'm feeling better, and the side effects are down. The physical complaints and side effects I'd had earlier decreased. So, all in all, it seems like it was well worth it, to go with this medication.

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Valtrex (Oral)
4.5

Effectiveness: *****

Ease of Use: *****

Overall Satisfaction: ****

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Canadian, MIAMI,FL - 08/17/2009

Here are some pointers for those who have insurance and take Valtrex. My monthly co-pay for this prescription is the same whether I am prescribed 10 pills or 30 pills and the prescription has refills for every month. Even though I only take 500 mg a day, I had my doctor write the prescription for the 1000 mg dose. That way I can cut them in half, thus cutting my cost in half. If you only need to take the Valtrex as needed, you can save a considerable amount of money with this plan. The pills aren’t going to “go bad” so you can save them for when you do need them.

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