22 years
When do I know if I need to take Valtrex pills or just wait for the Herpes simplex to go on their own?
Jul 22, 2014
Whether to take valtrex pills or not ,this depend on the case itself and the severity of symptoms and the location of the virus being treated
it is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection.
The main issue is that Valtrex will not cure herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infection.
So it is clear now that it lessens the symptoms of herpes simplex when used so if it is prescribed to be used ,it should be started as soon as possible after the first appearance of symptoms (such as tingling, burning, blisters). This medication might not be as effective if you first start taking it 1 or 2 days after the start of your symptoms.
herpes mild cases may not need treatment or topical
But people who have severe or prolonged outbreaks (especially if it is the first episode), people with immune system problems, or those with frequent recurrences will benefit from antiviral medications such as acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir), and valacyclovir (Valtrex).
People who have frequent or severe recurrences of oral or genital herpes may choose to continue taking antiviral medications to reduce the frequency and severity of recurrences.
So ,the plan is if the presentation mild no need ,if severe reccurent or certain medical conditions it is prescribed as soon as symptoms starts.
note that it should not be used if patient have kidney disease ,AIDS ,or transplants
Don't take any medicine without doctor prescription he will assess your case and prescribe the necessary treatment ,it has several side effects and interactions with some other medicines the doctor can evaluate the condition .
it is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection.
The main issue is that Valtrex will not cure herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infection.
So it is clear now that it lessens the symptoms of herpes simplex when used so if it is prescribed to be used ,it should be started as soon as possible after the first appearance of symptoms (such as tingling, burning, blisters). This medication might not be as effective if you first start taking it 1 or 2 days after the start of your symptoms.
herpes mild cases may not need treatment or topical
But people who have severe or prolonged outbreaks (especially if it is the first episode), people with immune system problems, or those with frequent recurrences will benefit from antiviral medications such as acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir), and valacyclovir (Valtrex).
People who have frequent or severe recurrences of oral or genital herpes may choose to continue taking antiviral medications to reduce the frequency and severity of recurrences.
So ,the plan is if the presentation mild no need ,if severe reccurent or certain medical conditions it is prescribed as soon as symptoms starts.
note that it should not be used if patient have kidney disease ,AIDS ,or transplants
Don't take any medicine without doctor prescription he will assess your case and prescribe the necessary treatment ,it has several side effects and interactions with some other medicines the doctor can evaluate the condition .
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