Valacyclovir

Description

What is Valcivir (Valtrex, Valicyclovir, Valacyclovir)?

Valcivir (Valacyclovir) is classified as an antiretroviral medication for treating a variety of viral infections and symptoms, such as shingles, genital herpes, and painful sores. The medicine is suitable for all patients, regardless of age. It is known for its generic name Valtrex.

How does Valcivir work?

This ART drug is associated with the purine nucleoside class. Its main function is to delay and restrict the growth of the virus that causes the aforementioned infections. Apart from this role, Valcivir also boosts the immune system.

Dosage (Valacyclovir)

The medical condition of the patient is one of the main bases for the dosage of this medicine. Dosage (primarily to immunocompetent, as well as immunocompromised individuals)

• 1000 mg
• 3 tablets per day for 7 days

Shingles Treatment

• Consume every eight hours 

Genital herpes and sores

• Consume two per day

How to take Valacyclovir?

This medication must be consumed under the doctor’s prescription. Complete compliance with the prescription is recommended. Additionally, it alleviates painful and annoying symptoms of shingles or genital herpes. Avoid missing out on your doses. It can greatly affect Valcivir treatment in general.

Valtrex (Valacyclovir) Side Effects

Some of the adverse reactions are classified into two categories – mild and severe. Find out the corresponding effects that Valcivir can cause.

Mild Side Effects: 

• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Upset stomach 
• Headache

Severe Side Effects: 

• Blood appearing in the urine
• Jaundice
• Fever
• Rash
• Itching 
• Confusion