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Valtrex is indicated for the treatment of Herpes Simplex Virus & Genital Herpes.
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Valtrex doses and pack sizes
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Valtrex doses and pack sizes
*Your clinician will recommend the right strength and quantity for you during the consultation.
Treatment$355.05
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Total if approved$375.05
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| Brand/Generic | Form | Dosage | Quantity | Price | Delivery Cost | Consultation Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ValtrexBrand | Tablets | 250mg | 60 | $355.05 | $0.00*(with Core+ Plan) | $0.00 |
| ValtrexBrand | Tablets | 500mg | 42 | $248.58 | $0.00*(with Core+ Plan) | $0.00 |
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Answers to popular questions about Valtrex
What is Valtrex?
Valtrex is a brand-name antiviral medication containing valaciclovir hydrochloride. It is the prodrug of aciclovir, meaning it is converted to aciclovir in the body but has significantly better oral absorption. Valtrex is used to treat and prevent herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections (cold sores and genital herpes) and to treat herpes zoster (shingles). It is available as 500 mg tablets and is a prescription-only medicine in the UK.
What is Valtrex used for?
Valtrex is used for: treatment of initial and recurrent genital herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2); suppression of recurrent genital herpes to reduce outbreaks and viral shedding; treatment of herpes labialis (cold sores); treatment of herpes zoster (shingles) in immunocompetent adults; and prevention of cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease after organ transplantation. For genital herpes, Valtrex can reduce the frequency and severity of recurrences and lower the risk of transmitting the virus to a sexual partner.
How does Valtrex work?
Valaciclovir is rapidly converted to aciclovir after absorption. Aciclovir is a guanosine nucleoside analogue that selectively targets virus-infected cells. It is activated by viral thymidine kinase (found only in infected cells), then incorporated into the growing viral DNA chain, causing premature chain termination. This stops the herpes virus from replicating. Valaciclovir achieves plasma levels of aciclovir 3–5 times higher than oral aciclovir, allowing less frequent dosing.
What is the usual dose of Valtrex?
Dosing depends on the indication. For initial genital herpes: 500 mg twice daily for 5–10 days. For recurrent genital herpes episodes: 500 mg twice daily for 3–5 days, ideally started within 24 hours of symptoms. For suppression of recurrent genital herpes: 500 mg once daily (or 250 mg twice daily), reviewed every 6–12 months. For cold sores: 2 g twice daily for 1 day. For shingles: 1 g three times daily for 7 days, started within 72 hours of rash onset. Always follow your prescriber’s instructions.
Should I start Valtrex at the first sign of symptoms?
Yes, for recurrent herpes episodes, starting Valtrex as early as possible — ideally within 24 hours of the first symptoms (tingling, itching, burning) — significantly improves effectiveness and can reduce the duration and severity of the outbreak. For shingles, treatment should begin within 72 hours of the rash appearing for best results. Many patients with recurrent genital herpes keep a supply of Valtrex at home for prompt self-initiated treatment.
What are the common side effects of Valtrex?
Common side effects of Valtrex (affecting 1 in 10 to 1 in 100 people) include headache, nausea, and abdominal pain. Uncommon side effects include dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea, photosensitivity, and rash. Valtrex is generally very well-tolerated. Rarely, in patients with significantly impaired kidney function, high doses can cause neurological side effects (confusion, agitation, hallucinations) and acute kidney injury. Ensure adequate hydration while taking Valtrex.
What medications interact with Valtrex?
Valtrex has relatively few drug interactions. Drugs that affect kidney function or are cleared by the kidneys may interact. Cimetidine and probenecid increase aciclovir levels by reducing its renal clearance. Nephrotoxic drugs (such as aminoglycosides, ciclosporin, and tacrolimus) should be used cautiously alongside Valtrex. There is no significant interaction with oral contraceptives. Mycophenolate mofetil levels may be affected. Dose adjustment is required in patients with renal impairment.
Can I take Valtrex during pregnancy?
Valaciclovir (and aciclovir) have been used extensively in pregnancy with reassuring safety data. CDC and ACOG guidance supports the use of aciclovir/valaciclovir for genital herpes in pregnancy, particularly for suppressive therapy from 36 weeks to reduce the risk of neonatal herpes transmission during delivery. Always consult your doctor or midwife. Valaciclovir is excreted in breast milk but is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.
How can I get a prescription for Valtrex?
You can request Valtrex through NowPatient by completing a short online consultation with one of our prescribing clinicians. Your clinician will assess your symptoms and history of outbreaks to decide whether Valtrex is suitable as a treatment course or as suppressive therapy. Consultations are confidential. If treatment is suitable, a prescription is issued and your medication is dispensed by our registered pharmacy and delivered to your door.
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