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Famvir Oral This drug is used in certain patients to treat or help prevent
outbreaks of herpes simplex on the skin (mouth, lips, genitals,
anus). Famciclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of shingles
(herpes zoster). The viruses that cause these infections are
similar. They live in the body quietly until an outbreak is
triggered. Famciclovir is not a cure for the infections, but
treating an outbreak can speed up healing of the sores, decrease
pain, and lower the risk of complications from the virus (e.g.,
whole body infection, brain infection, persistent pain after sore
healing).
GARDASIL IM This medication is a vaccine used to prevent cancer of the cervix,
vagina, and the area around the outside of the vagina (vulva). It
is also used to prevent genital warts and abnormal tissue growth in
the cervix/vagina/vulva that can lead to cancer in women. These
conditions are commonly caused by certain types of human
papillomavirus (HPV). Vaccines work by increasing the body's
natural defense (immunity) against the virus.
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.