Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Genital Herpes Drug Information

If you are diagnosed with genital herpes, your doctor may prescribe one of the following drugs to help you control outbreaks and symptoms.

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  • Valtrex Oral
    Valacyclovir is used in children to treat cold sores (herpes labialis) and chickenpox (varicella zoster). It is used in adults to treat cold sores and shingles (herpes zoster). Valacyclovir does not cure these diseases, but it may decrease pain and help sores heal faster. Valacyclovir belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals.
  • Zovirax Oral
    Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox.