Valtrex is an antiviral drug whose main active ingredient is valacyclovir. After absorption in the digestive tract, under the influence of liver enzymes, the drug is converted to valine and acyclovir.

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Valaciclovir is an antiviral agent. When ingested, the drug inhibits the activity of four viral pathogens:

• Herpes simplex virus of the first and second types;
• Cytomegalovirus (cytomegalovirus disease);
• Epstein-Barr virus (infectious mononucleosis);
• Varicella-Zoster virus (herpes zoster, chickenpox).

Valtrex: what helps with

Valaciclovir tablets are prescribed for adults and children from 12 years old for:

• Treatment of infections of the skin and mucous membranes caused by the herpes virus, including genital and labial (affecting the skin around the lips and face);
• Prevention of recurrence of skin manifestations of herpes;
• Prevention of infections caused by cytomegalovirus;
• Disease prevention after organ transplantation.

Valaciclovir for herpes zoster is prescribed only from the age of 18. Although effective against the virus that causes chickenpox, cheap Valacyclovir is rarely used in chickenpox. The fact is that the disease is characteristic of children, and taking the drug in question in children under 12 years of age is prohibited.

With a preventive purpose, Valtrex is prescribed: for the prevention of exacerbations of herpes simplex (types 1 and 2), genital herpes; to reduce the risk of sexual partner infection with genital herpes (when combined with safe sex); for the prevention of opportunistic infections (herpes simplex, cytomegalovirus infection, herpes zoster) and to reduce the rejection reaction during organ transplantation in adults and children over 12 years of age.

Valtrex: is it an antibiotic or not?

Valtrex is not an antibiotic. As mentioned above, cheap Valaciclovir is an antiviral agent designed to combat the herpes virus and other viral infections. The only aspect similar to antibiotics is that the drug can only be purchased with a prescription.

Valtrex: dosage

The dosage and duration of taking Valacyclovir is determined by the doctor, depending on the type of viral infection, the severity of the symptoms, and the age of the patient. It is especially important to choose the right concentration of cheap valtrex for children. The dosage of Valtrex in children over 12 years of age, as a rule, does not exceed 500 mg once or twice a day.

Cheap Valtrex before or after food

The effectiveness of the drug Valaciclovir is not reduced by food intake. This means that the medicine can be taken both before and after meals. It is recommended to take the tablets with water.

Valtrex and alcohol

At the time of treatment, it is recommended to refrain from drinking alcohol. The simultaneous use of Valacyclovir and alcohol increases the risk of side effects.

In particular, the detrimental effect is on the liver, central nervous system, and gastrointestinal tract. Drinking alcohol can provoke the development of hepatitis, gastritis, and stomach ulcers, as well as increase the headache.

Contraindications

This medicinal product is not indicated for the treatment of patients with the following conditions:

• Individual hypersensitivity to the components that make up the drug;
• Age up to 12 years;
• Severe damage to the liver or kidneys.
• Valtrex is not prescribed for the treatment of patients with HIV infection.
• Valaciclovir side effects
• Headache;
• Dizziness;
• Nausea;
• Abdominal pain;
• Diarrhea;
• Dyspnea;
• Skin rashes;
• Blood in the urine;
• Impaired kidney function.

Interaction with drugs

With the simultaneous use of Valtrex with antiviral agents or immunomodulators (and Ambien online, Xanax 1mg, Clonazepam), the therapeutic effect of the drug is enhanced.

You should be careful when prescribing Valtrex with other drugs that are excreted by the kidneys since an increased burden on the urinary organs can lead to the development of serious complications, in particular renal failure.