Why would a doctor prescribe Valtrex?

Valtrex is prescribed by doctors to treat herpes virus infections. It can help relieve symptoms that come from herpes virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes virus type 2 (HSV-2). It can also help relieve symptoms from the varicella zoster and herpes zoster viruses.

What viruses does Valtrex treat?

Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by herpes and varicella-zoster viruses, such as genital herpes, cold sores, shingles, and chickenpox.

What STD is Valtrex used for?

Valtrex is a prescription antiviral medicine used to treat the symptoms of herpes, herpes zoster (shingles) and varicella zoster (Chickenpox).

When should Valtrex be taken?

Valacyclovir works best if it is used within 48 hours after the first symptoms of shingles or genital herpes (e.g., pain, burning, or blisters) begin to appear. For recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes, valacyclovir works best if it is used within 24 hours after the symptoms begin to appear.

Does Valtrex cause weight gain?

Valtrex (valacyclovir) and other antiviral medications can only treat the symptoms associated with herpes infections and shorten outbreaks. Does Valtrex (valacyclovir) make you gain weight? Weight changes are not commonly reported with the use of Valtrex (valacyclovir).

How does valtrex work for shingles?

Antivirals work by making it harder for viruses to copy themselves and spread from cell to cell (Ormrod, 2000). Valacyclovir is a prescription drug that you take by mouth as soon as possible after developing the virus.

How does Valtrex work for shingles?

Is 7 days of Valtrex enough for shingles?

Valacyclovir is usually prescribed for seven days for shingles, with a typical dosage of 1,000 mg three times per day. Just like with HSV-1 and HSV-2, it’s important to start treatment as soon as you notice shingles symptoms.