Drug Uses
Valtrex is indicated for the treatment of herpes zoster (shingles), for the treatment or suppression of genital herpes in immunocompetent individuals and for the suppression of recurrent genital herpes in HIV-infected individuals and is also indicated for the treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis).
How Taken Valtrex Medication
Valtrex comes as a tablet to take it orally. It is usually taken every 8 hours (three times a day) for 7 days to treat shingles. To treat genital herpes it is usually taken twice a day for 5 days. For cold sores, Valtrex is usually taken for one day only. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Use this medication as soon as possible after symptoms appear. Continue to take Valtrex even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Valtrex without talking to your doctor.
Valtrex Warnings/Precautions
Do not take Valtrex without first talking to your doctor if you are allergic to acyclovir (Zovirax).
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or immune system problems. You may need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment with Valtrex.
Valtrex is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether Valtrex passes into breast milk and how it may affect a nursing baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Valtrex Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Valtrex, take it as soon as you remember and then take your next dose at its regular time. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, do not take the missed dose. Wait and take the next dose at the regular time.
Valtrex Side Effects
Kidney failure and nervous system problems are not common, but can be serious in some patients taking Valtrex. Nervous system problems include aggressive behavior, unsteady movement, shaky movements, confusion, speech problems, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are really not there), seizures, and coma. Kidney failure and nervous system problems have happened in patients who already have kidney disease and in elderly patients whose kidneys do not work well due to age. Always tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney problems before taking Valtrex. Call your doctor right away if you get a nervous system problem while you are taking Valtrex.
Common side effects of Valtrex include headache, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, and dizziness. Side effects in HIV-infected adults include headache, tiredness, and rash. These side effects are usually mild and usually do not cause patients to stop taking Valtrex.
Other less common side effects include painful periods in women, joint pain, depression, low blood cell counts, and changes in tests that measure how well the liver and kidneys work.
Storage Valtrex
Store at 15° to 25°C (59° to 77°F).Keep Valtrex a tightly closed container. Do not keep medicine that is out of date or that you no longer need. Keep Valtrex and all medicines out of the reach of children.
Overdose Valtrex
Seek emergency medical treatment if an overdose is suspected. The symptoms of an overdose of Valtrex are not well known, but an overdose of acyclovir (Zovirax), which is a similar drug, may cause seizures, hallucinations, and kidney damage (decreased urine production).
More Information
Herpes infections are contagious and you can infect other people, even during treatment. Avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmission.
Valtrex will not prevent the spread of genital herpes. Avoidance of sexual intercourse and use of latex condoms may prevent spreading the virus to others.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes 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. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
How does the ordering of valtrex online work?- Your valtrex order is dispatched through our order system to a licensed physician who will review the information you have submitted and approve or decline your request.
You will be asked to complete a detailed form outlining your medical history and any current conditions or medications that you maybe taking. There is a unique form for prescription valtrex we offer that centers its question on that particular medication. All the questions that are asked on the form are the same type of questions your physician would ask you were you to make an office visit.
When your valtrex order is approved, the physician willthen write your valtrex prescription and our ordering system will ensure thatit is sent to the pharmacy where it will be filled and shipped.
How are valtrex order filled?- All orders are filled from a pharmacy with
U.S licensed pharmacists. We use only board certified physicians and U.S licensed pharmacies.
Is writing valtrex prescriptions and selling prescription valtrex on the Internet legal?- Yes, writing prescriptions based on a physicians review and filling those prescriptions online is legal for valtrex. Online pharmacies came into business in 1998 when real world physicians began working with rural clients by telephone and the Internet.
Do we valtrex price match?- No, We offer the best possible valtrex price to our client’s if another site is able to offer a better valtrex price we encourage you to check their references to be sure they are a reputable company before shopping with them. We offer the highest quality valtrex and supply US based physicians. Companies beating our valtrex prices are often, but not always, skimping in one of those three key factors.
Do you ship valtrex to my state?- Due to regulations we cannot ship medicines to all states, please check the order form for the current list of states that we can ship to.
How do you ship valtrex orders?- We ship all orders with express air FedEx shipping.
Q: What is your cancellation policy?A: You may cancel your order before the order hasshipped or been approved by the doctor.If the order has already been shipped or approved we cannot cancel yourorder. Please refer to the current cancellation policy in the terms& conditions section of our order page for more information.
What is the return policy on valtrex?- We cannot refund or exchange prescription medications due to FDA regulations. Please refer to the current returns policy in the terms & conditions section of our order page for more information.
Q: Do you delivery valtrex Internationally?A: Sorry we ship only within the USA, we cannot delivery valtrex Internationally at this time.
