Treatment for Herpes

Treatment for herpes will vary depending on the strain and stage of the virus. Find out about medications and what outcomes you can expect.

What You Need To Know

Home Remedies
Read this overview of home remedies that provide symptomatic relief for herpes.
Resources
While as of yet there is no cure for the herpes simplex virus, a variety of drugs are available to treat and reduce symptoms. Read our guide for the lastest information on herpes simplex medications.
References
Learn about common treatments and their rates of effectiveness for oral herpes.

Prescription Center

How to Lower Your Herpes Prescription Costs
Your herpes medication does not have to be a budget breaker if you know where to look and who to ask.
The New Famvir Regimen
Is the new double dose of Famvir the best way to go instead of Valtrex? How should it be taken?
When Can I Stop Taking My Herpes Medication?
Daily long-term preventative medication, called suppressive therapy, is appropriate in some people with herpes to prevent severe and frequent recurrences and to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus.

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Treatment for Herpes

What You Need To Know

Prescription Center

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