- Sores on tongue? 21st December 2004
... would get them frequently. Her doctor prescribed her valtrex treatment for about a month and it subsided. Presently...
- i need a lot of help 20th December 2004
... only three days w/o any symptoms. I have been taking Valtrex since i found out in november and it hasn't help....
... blisters on my lip area and still do.
Since the valtrex isn't working, maybe you should try garlic. It seems...
- need help 20th December 2004
... I am taking valtrex once a day 500mg per doctors orders. Does not seem...
... sure he does not feel different about it
The valtrex seems to be helping somewhat. You may be right about...
... professional on this one! I'd also, increase your Valtrex dosage....I take 1000 mg, when I feel a tingle. (Not...
... never heard of a dr not wanting to perscribe more valtrex . So if i were you Id up hte dosage to 100mg a day...
- valtrex? 17th December 2004
... OB? How long after the OB did you start taking the Valtrex ?...
... wait, if you can, until the day before you run out of Valtrex and call your dr and let him know what's going on...
... first outbreak to clear up and I started taking the valtrex about four days after the outbreak started. It's...
... Years Later I Am Told It Is Herpes I've Been Taking Valtrex Since And I Have Had Only Three Days W/o Visable Signs...
... told me that I dont need another prescription because valtrex is only suppose to help not make them go away, so...
... my dr's (both of them) and the commercial say that Valtrex helps shorten the OB, by days. And with me its true ... . I take 1gram of valtrex as soon as I feel the tingle/itch sometimes if I catch ... really minor one. But even with the past ones, taking Valtrex helped make a 5 day outbreak a 2 or 3 day ourbreak...
- just diagnosed 14th December 2004
... any positive result. I ended up taking Zovirax or Valtrex to treat acute outbreaks as they occurred. During ... sweat it out. My intent is to keep my response to Valtrex very strong when I do need it. I have never done ... daily Valtrex therapy.
Knock wood - here's the best part - ... year at this point. Again, this is without daily Valtrex therapy, or any alternative therapy - just clean living ... find out by rifling through my belongings and finding Valtrex . She announced it to whomever would listen. Needless...
... lot worse.
1. How long usually does it take for valtrex to kick in?? I've been taking it for 4 days now and...
- A Rant/Question on GH "Exposure" 14th December 2004
... Nothing New. I asked both of them for a script of Valtrex just in case and both declined saying they don't pre...
- Herpes...now what? 13th December 2004
... figured out what helped me through trial and error. Valtrex helps me a lot. I take 1g a day and I get about 1...
- Best defense for not infecting partner? 12th December 2004
... these can cause problems apparently.
Do you take Valtrex or another suppressive therapy? This would be the...
... causing less OB's. But an anti-viral medication such as Valtrex and Acyclovir, work against "asymtomatic shedding...
- upset with doctor 9th December 2004
... that she still wears at night.
I am now taking valtrex been on it for 31 days and its just now starting to ... during birth.
Also can someone tell me will the valtrex stop the ob' or will I still have mild ones the rest...
... when something is not right with their body.
The Valtrex may stop the OBs, but this is not guaranteed. It should...
- How do you manage your ob's???? 8th December 2004
... about 0-1 per yer if possible with some natural meds ( valtrex is hepatotoxic bad for the liver :)) Thanks everyone...
... feel helps a GREAT DEAL with OB's........I also take Valtrex on top of the list of vitimans I take....
- Question!! 8th December 2004
... before 12-16 weeks. Some studies have shown that taking Valtrex at an early stage following infection reduces the...
- 18th day 6th December 2004
... it wasn't herpes, but he gave me a perscription for valtrex to put my mind at ease. It would be to soon for a...
- Insurance Question 6th December 2004
... confidentiality.
But once I got the diagnosis, the Valtrex was very expensive, over a hundred a month, so i used...
- Valtrex vs. Acyclovir..... 2nd December 2004
... same efficacy. I mean I'm not sure, but I believe Valtrex is simply valacyclovir, which is simply a better absorbed...
... procedure of the blisters. My understanding about Valtrex is that it's suppose to suppress. Im not 100%,...
... anyone has taken both of these Rx's to supress ob's. Valtrex isn't doing much for me. Wondering if Acyclovir works ... may have. Thanx, -Shinyornament
Acyclovir and Valtrex are the same thing (you just get to take a lower dosage ... of Valtrex .
You could try Famvir...it is a different formulation...
... gentially) and am tired of getting monthly ob's. I take valtrex @ the first sign of a tingle, but still get the ob...
... I am on supressive Valtrex , and once a month I still get the outbreaks. I switched ... Famvir....same thing. I changed the way I take my Valtrex and it did seem to help. I used to take one pill...
... ShinyOrament- If you are taking valtrex just when you start feeling a tingle, you are actually ... encourage you to check with your doc and see if one Valtrex a day is worth a shot....
... Sarah ~
I tried taking Valtrex once a day and my hair started "thinning", too scared...
... sarah. what are you on again? valtrex ? did the doctor put u on that as soon as you were...
... 500mg a day would be the dose for valtrex , so that's what i would assume she meant. I only...
- Newbie Questions About L-Lysine 1st December 2004
... preventative measure. I thought about asking my Dr. for Valtrex since I have insurance and it would most likely be...
- Prevent any Outbreak at all 30th November 2004
... you guys are talking about. I am trying daily meds, Valtrex first once a day did not help so ask the doctor to...
- Worried 28th November 2004
... have herpes.
I was wondering how expensive is Valtrex ? Do you think my insurance will cover it? How effective...
... him, andmake him understand your situation. As for valtrex , it is around 20$ for a week supply I think I am not...
... Sorry to hear about it. Your insurance should cover valtrex . It's pretty expensive without insurance.
Valtrex...
... outbreak. Could that be how I got it???
Also in valtrex , do you take them just for your obs or regularly?...
... a good chance that's where you got it from.
The valtrex treatment for oral herpes is different than for genital ...
Some lucky ones who seldom have OB's either take valtrex only as needed or never because it's so rare for them ... herpes drugs out there such as, acyclovir and famvir. Valtrex seems to be the most popular presently.
Hopefully...
... outbreaks occur and what your possible triggers are.
Valtrex and other drugs from your doctor can get expensive...
- Please help me! 26th November 2004
... He did put me on Valtrex or something....but it's been about 3 days now and...
- For the women 23rd November 2004
... outbreaks while pregnant 2.) whether or not I can take Valtrex 3.) If I am allowed to use any home remedies (such ... already had 3-4 outbreaks during my pregnancy and took Valtrex before I found out I was having a baby...
... i'd ask you doc about valtrex while being pregnant. You know you are very limited...
... but I have a friend who has H and her dr perscribed valtrex the last month of her pregnancy to make sure she wasnt...
... My doctor prescribed valtrex for me the last month of my pregnancies to prevent...
- does this affect anyone else like this 23rd November 2004
... triggers an outbreak for me. When I first started the Valtrex I was on 500mg a day, when he changed it and upped ... everytime they change it, it happens. so maybe its the valtrex , but I stayed on it nad eventually it all got better...
- had it for a while still clueless 22nd November 2004
... this point I just want to break down and go for the valtrex but I know that that is a habbit that I can not afford ... to tell the truth I have been doing ok with out the valtrex I mean i have taken it before but mabye I did not...
... And what is a BM? You may wish to at least give the Valtrex a try. I know it is pricey, but it really did help...
- Herpes Relationship Help 16th November 2004
... relationships since I got GH and between my supressive Valtrex and condoms I havent passed it to any of my partners...
- What is everyone taking for suppression? 16th November 2004
... start taking again.
I also used to take 500 mg of valtrex and stopped and got an OB 2 months later....BUT I ... it was the vitamens that helped suppression or the valtrex really?... :)
I'm gonna get some more garlic and...
- impt question-pls read 16th November 2004
... that itched and is pretty much gone now from taking valtrex and more lysine ,,,in which I'm thinking was an OB...
- on my hands I think help 12th November 2004
... not so bad but the weird thing is his doc put him on valtrex for 7 days 2times a day and said that would cure the...
- Tingles? how will i know? 12th November 2004
... the way, so you start to load up on suppliments and valtrex ect.
My question is, is this "tingle" very noticable...
- Question on redness/itch 12th November 2004
... had HSV 2 for 3.5 years.....I take supplements and valtrex when needed. Since my primary OB in 12/01....I have ... in a day but never any sores....Also i was taking Valtrex for suppression up until Aug 2004. So I just recently ... stopped taking valtrex . No ob's ...But I woke up this am with redness in...
... had HSV 2 for 3.5 years.....I take supplements and valtrex when needed. Since my primary OB in 12/01....I have ... in a day but never any sores....Also i was taking Valtrex for suppression up until Aug 2004. So I just recently ... stopped taking valtrex . No ob's ...But I woke up this am with redness in...
- how do you know if you are shedding...is oral sex out of the question forever 10th November 2004
... that performed oral sex with NO PROBLEMS. I am on Valtrex 1g a day, they say that helps to "reduce" the chance...
... you are clear. one week/two weeks??I'm not taking Valtrex ...so how do you know?
I'd kierstyn to help me out...
- It's for sure, I have herpes, But she doesnt have me on meds??? help?! 9th November 2004
... cold sore every week or two he decided to put me on valtrex . It really worked for me. Thus, I think your doctor...
... I see zorbas point, but my dr said he wanted me on Valtrex for the first year regardless. He said it would help ... is best.
Good luck, and do your own research on Valtrex and if "you" think it is a good idea, just ask for...
... the first OB I had, my dr gave me a prescription for Valtrex . No refills. Well, I got a couple more ob's after...
... keeping me on Acyclovir since its probably cheaper then Valtrex . Not certain though.
As for lysine. I did start...
... wrong that she did not put you on meds right away. Valtrex even sais that 60% of people who take valtrex within...
- On no! A Fever Blister and Scab! 6th November 2004
... board that may help you. The best one for me has been valtrex . It stops the blister from forming at all if you...
- I'm so confused right now... 4th November 2004
... first one. Did they perscribe anything for her? Valtrex , if not call hte dr back and ask them to call it in...
- Can being on antibiotics/amoxicillan cause prolonged outbreak 4th November 2004
... amoxicillan for an infection. I have also been taking Valtrex 1000mg and Super Lysine 1000mg per day. I just recently ... increased the Valtrex from 500mg to 1000mg per day. I normally have small...
- Muscle twitching 3rd November 2004
... week, hopefully lenses will correct my blurry vision. Valtrex clears my outbreaks, but doesn't seem to affect the...
... inflammatory, pain pill, and muscle relaxer. I only take Valtrex during an outbreak. I'm waiting to get on neurotin...
- just need to vent 2nd November 2004
... signs of abatement.I am on my second (10) day round of Valtrex ..is it helping..I have no clue. Some days I get excited...
- Is it possible thatI have defied all odds? 30th October 2004
... I have allergic rashes. I have started and stopped Valtrex 4 times trying. Even lysine gives me a rash. I eat...
... supplements mentioned in posts, as I too cannot handle Valtrex . Bee pollen, oregano oil,probiotics, amongst others...
- Insane itching..I NEED HELP!! 29th October 2004
... my desk all day. I need help. The doctor has me on Valtrex ...but I need something that works topically ( that...
- Can someone give me a little advice...? 29th October 2004
... is this going to affect my reproduction?
-Is Valtrex a good option? What exactly are the benefits from...
... have herpes, millions of people do! You may not need Valtrex - do you have any outbreaks and how difficult is it ... but they are still not pleasant and I take daily Valtrex .
We have unprotected sex when both of us are...
- Suppressive Valtrex, Lysine, what about Everclr? 28th October 2004
... Lysine and it did nothing for me at all. Supressive Valtrex , so far, has been the ONLY thing that works. Sadly ... , I tried to stop the Valtrex and bingo...outbreak. I think I have a bad case of ... resigned myself to the fact that I will keep taking the Valtrex as long as my body permits because it is the only...
... any future outbreaks.
I suppose I'll continue the valtrex and lysine for now and continue to take my daily supplement...
- I have HSV2, partner has HSV1, questions 28th October 2004
... then my primary OB has cleared and I'm taking 1gm Valtrex and 2-4g lysine daily, thanks to this board (quite...
- cold sores 26th October 2004
... other one came. i went to the doctor and he gave me valtrex for when i feel one coming on. you should try that...
... so the valtrex seemed to help you?
when they started popping up...
... Blubby,
Like rockandroller, I also use valtrex when I feel a cold sore coming on. It has worked ... fully formed by the time I notice it. I still take a valtrex pill and it usually cuts down the OB to 2-3 days and...
... when I do that. But I did take one of my husbands valtrex pills at the begining of a sore one time and it did...
... I'm getting cold sores alot lately. How many Valtrex do you take a day and for how many days do you take...
... Vsteph27,
Valtrex for cold sores is taken differently than for genital ... but then it disappears within 2 days because of the valtrex . So, it's barely noticeable at all.
Thus, the...
... body developing more antibodies and consistent use of valtrex pills.
It's true that when I got my first one about ... enough so I consulted a doctor and he prescribed me valtrex .
Apparently, since I started taking the valtrex ... used to be and don't last as long even without taking valtrex .
Anyway, now i'm back to watching my lip carefully...
... hope the dentist I work for will help me out with valtrex or something. I hate thinking about having to work...
... and another one or two will come up. I also got the Valtrex and it is amazing. Thanks for your advice and I hope...
- herpes transmission 26th October 2004
... Also I know from reading your posts you don't take valtrex . My husband has been to reduce transmission, do you...
... I really don't know anything about Valtrex or chances of transmission. I just try to be as safe ... simply washed always after sex with my ex.
The Valtrex is so personal a decision, and I know so little about...
... on its own. There is NO SUBSTITUTE for suppressive Valtrex and barrier protection....
- I'd like to whine 24th October 2004
... horrible OB about 6 weeks ago, it subsided on the valtrex , enough so I could live, but it never went AWAY. I...
- Gential HSV-1 Question. 23rd October 2004
... it in mind. I almost want to ask my doctor for some valtrex to see if it has any affect.
I think that's why...
- Just wanna share 18th October 2004
... food store? I just recently started taking 1 gram of Valtrex and 2 grams of SuperLysine daily. I've tried just ... 500 mg of Valtrex daily, but still experienced some tingling. I haven...
- if u have herpees... 18th October 2004
... They say (the company) that Valtrex can HELP REDUCE the chance of trans,ission, but NOT ... Anything is helpful though if you ask me. Between Valtrex and condoms, Ive been pretty successful....
- after first OB questions 18th October 2004
... feel anything out of the ordinary. It seems like Valtrex makes me really dehydrated so that in and of it self ... anohter and will have them constantly. I took more valtrex to try and ward it off, but I would rather not have...
... I too had bad effects from the Valtrex so I choose not to take meds for break-outs. Unfortunately ... can live with. I'd rather live with them than take Valtrex . I've had a lot of stress in my life since being...
... outbreak...then nerve damage for 6 months. I take daily Valtrex to supress it. I tried to stop the Valtrex but as ... soon as I did, it came back again. With the Valtrex , I rarely get an ob and if I do, it is during my period...
- My first OB - The worst thing ever! 16th October 2004
... took a swap/pap whatever its called, and prescribed valtrex .
3-4 days later I was 10 times happier. Valtrex ... told me she had gotten herpies from me and saw my Valtrex medication in the drawer so she knew I had it. That...
- tingling arms...is there a connection? 15th October 2004
... bumps...just tingling. I've been taking 1000 mg of Valtrex and 1000 mg of Super lysine daily and it's definitely...
... lots of natural supplements, and with those and the Valtrex the sore healed in 3 days. I do notice a tingling...
- Birth control & OB's 15th October 2004
... I have noticed even if I dont take my supressive valtrex , I dont get a OB unless I am stressing really hard...
- Cold Sores Prevention 14th October 2004
... Probally valtrex it is used for that also, but it is also very expensive ... assuming. My pockets have definately felt the wrath of Valtrex !!!!!!!!...
- Just found out 13th October 2004
... I had a lot of OB my first year, so I stayed on Valtrex and it helped. My dr said it is good to be on it...
- A question 11th October 2004
... ststus and use then for break outs like folks use valtrex for breakouts. I would like to just chill. I does...
- herpes without sexual contact? or something else? 8th October 2004
... Famvir, which i think does make some difference, but Valtrex did absolutely nothing for me. To make the situation...
... hate the idea of people taking drugs they dont need ( valtrex , etc).
Yes, babies exposed to herpes at birth have...
- one more ? 7th October 2004
... this might be a stupid question, but i was prescribed valtrex back in feb 04 for a cold sore on my lip, would that...
... you to test positive for antibodies you don't have. valtrex is a drug used primarily for genital herpes, but also...
- Protection 7th October 2004
... add that the girl who infected me was on suppressive valtrex at the time she infected me. So between me using ... a condom, and her taking valtrex suppressively...I STILL got it from her....
... had herpes. Two used condoms, one didnt and I am on Valtrex and vitamins. None of the guys have it to my knowledge ... your body and what brings on a OB and for me being on valtrex , the odds are "ok" (not perfect) but ok. I dated ... month, but after taking zinc red amrine algae and valtrex Im happy to say I am on my 3rd month with no OB.
...
... had herpes. Two used condoms, one didnt and I am on Valtrex and vitamins. None of the guys have it to my knowledge ... your body and what brings on a OB and for me being on valtrex , the odds are "ok" (not perfect) but ok. I dated ... month, but after taking zinc red amrine algae and valtrex Im happy to say I am on my 3rd month with no OB.
...
... store and what else do you take. Do you feel that valtrex helps ypu the most or to you think that you would...
- herpes on the tongue... 5th October 2004
... to what i eat. just for the heck of it, i popped a valtrex and the next morning, whatever was on my tongue was...
- I don't want to lose this chance.... 2nd October 2004
... and off daily since May, and in spite of being on Valtrex I will NOT put him in harms way. BUT, until I know...
... have to have this? I cant even kiss him. I was on Valtrex for 2.5 weeks and stopped 2 days ago cause it gives ... outbreak in both places. I always have symptoms, but the Valtrex rebound is worse. I still have not developed antibodies...
- yEAST OR THE bEAST 1st October 2004
... D naturally.
I mean I really can't tell if the valtrex helps or not. I know it is expensive though. I mean...
... well really the Valtrex is really expensive and I can't afford it, so I am...
- Valtrex and Pregnancy 1st October 2004
... Hi, congratulations!!
I took valtrex for the last month of both of my pregnancies as a...
- Herpes on my finger - herpetic whitlow 30th September 2004
... further, but its still all over my hand.
I'm taking Valtrex and L-Lysine to get the virus under control.
...
- has to be herpes: questions and frustration 29th September 2004
... end in sight. I don't know what I'd do without it. Valtrex was too expensive and didn't work for me. All I know...
... testing herpes. And they will give you a 10 day dose of valtrex or ayclovir (same thing really). You take 5 pills...
- how to speed recovery PRIMARY outbreak 29th September 2004
... I'm on Valtrex , am taking supplements, but I am in pain. Very swollen ... doctor told me by the end of the week (I started the Valtrex 2 days ago, it would be better), but I feel worse...
... olive oil and swapping this on the sores. I had the Valtrex cream but it was too thick - I couldn't apply it since...
... would never get better...but guess what? it did! Valtrex really helped me and I swear by it, also Peroxide...
... what will stop that laughing real QUick THE PRICE OF VALTREX IF YOU DON'T HAVE inshurance!!!!!!!!HA real funny ... if you can laugh. I'll give you a months supply of valtrex . Yeah but I just remembered I don't know if you can...
... you don't have insurance, and you have to get your Valtrex . I agree with you that laughter is the best medicine...
... then turned into my first painful outbreak. With the Valtrex and ***taking time off work - taking care of myself ... supplements, but not doing suppressive therapy with Valtrex . Mostly I'm taking immune system boosters, including...
- primary outbreak...need help with meds & anger 29th September 2004
... have found the site.
I've been to the gyn, have Valtrex pills & cream, and lots of vitamins. Am into natural...
... about) red marie algae, vitamin C and I take 1 gram of Valtrex everyday. You can read up on these and decided for...
... 2 pills, Red marie algae 100mg, Vitamin C 2000mg, valtrex 1g, lysine 2000mg a day and a multivitamin. I dont...
... really does not work for my herpes. I have to take the Valtrex . However, I do use Peroxide on the sores and it is ... and just like clockwork, I get it at my period. Valtrex or no Valtrex! My boyfriend also has it, but gets...
- Constant itching? 28th September 2004
... nothing appears. Is this normal? I have a script for Valtrex , but I wanted to wait awhile before starting it -...
... Personally I would take the Valtrex . They say if you take it the first year it helps...
- Does anyone else HATE sex ever since Herpes? 27th September 2004
... to help you. But if you dont, try the lysine and Valtrex , it can help alot, it did for me anyway....
- questions about valtrex & such 26th September 2004
... wasnt right...what u need to find out is what kind of valtrex therapy ure on...ure either on daily suppressive therapy ... acyclovir, daily therapy, its a generic version for valtrex basically, a more affordable herpes treatment that ... day, once in the morning, and once at night...what valtrex is gonna do for u, is make your outbreaks less painful ... outbreaks, but only make them less painful, and sweetie, valtrex and any other herpes meds will NEVER make your disease...
... my knowledge and what was explained to me is that valtrex stops the Herpes virus that is causing the outbreak ... ulcers and apparently they duplicate themselves. The Valtrex stops or slows down the duplicating of the virus thus...
... t had an outbreak yet, but they put me on a 10 day valtrex treatment anyway. i'm so confused, i don't know anything...
- question about the genital herpes 26th September 2004
... and if its that bad i would think about getting on Valtrex or some kind of other informal treatment. By that...
- herpes after 6 years? 24th September 2004
... sent me for the blood work. Gave me a script for valtrex and (thank you god) pain pills. Said it would take...
... get-out-of-jail-free card, but, I went and filled my Valtrex perscription and am praying it helps so fast that...
- Unscientific poll 24th September 2004
... intercourse would make me have a OB, and last I was on Valtrex , so as soon as I stopped taking it, I would get a ... it seems to work, its a pretty long list though:
Valtrex = 1gram, Lysine=1000mg, vitamin C=1000mg, zinc=50mg...
- acyclovir side effects 24th September 2004
... wow i had no idea! i read abotu teh side effects of valtrex and the only things if ound were headache and nausea ... mild thigns like that. i'm really reconsidering the valtrex . i don't like pills. too suspicious....
... wow i had no idea! i read abotu teh side effects of valtrex and the only things if ound were headache and nausea ... mild thigns like that. i'm really reconsidering the valtrex . i don't like pills. too suspicious.
Valtrex is...
... I am on Valtrex . I like it, It seems to help. However, when I was ... I called my dr. and thats when I was switched to Valtrex , and I have no side affects. Maybe one is slightly...
... better for you than anything else?
What about valtrex , have you evertried that? And what about the other ... things, I mean if Valtrex reduced ob and SHEDDING do the other things do the...
... multivitamin. Nothing else. Nope, I've never taken Valtrex . I have a very mild case, so I don't want to take...
- Any known way to help control this? 24th September 2004
... might be taking too many medications! My dr put me on Valtrex 1 gram a day. That used to work, but i would still...
... I'm with you - the 1 gram of Valtrex , the hormones, almost exactly the same scenario.
...
... thing (bad combo-all of it).
Dr prescribed me Valtrex and after a week, I figured out that I cannot take...
... and created my own regimine. So I am now on 1 g of Valtrex , 1 zinc once a day, lysine in teh am adn red marine...
... I "was" taking vitamin C, garlic 2 capsule, 1 g of valtrex , 500 to 100 of lysine, and50 mg of zinc. 2 capsules...
- need help please 24th September 2004
... seem to help me bettter overall. But, I do grab the Valtrex , from time to time....only, because I feel my body...
... basis I will start that again and perhaps try a little valtrex when I feel a little crappy.
Only thing is I am...
- My Ob free record ran out...dam bad luck. 23rd September 2004
... busy shcedule i somehow managed to forget to taky the valtrex for a day or two. Now where's my board support team ... little secret and she already knew, she had taken valtrex for shingles and saw me take one of the pills. she...
... a convienent time. Maybe, you should increase your Valtrex dosage, perhaps that will help. And B.P. is right...
... that he/she has been exposed, sometimes a round of valtrex is given as a preventative---- I've read that a few...
... MRA it's funny you mentioned that, i gave her two valtrex and echinachea right afterward. it's been over 2 days...
- Tired 21st September 2004
... finally cleared up and before starting suppressive Valtrex I was going to ride it out awhile, let my body build...
- Just Diagnosed - Herpes Treatment Question 20th September 2004
... Dr would give it to me over the phone. I don't use Valtrex though, I use to, but the only outbreak I ever had...
... genital herpes. There are a lot of people who take Valtrex everyday as a preventative, and others who only take ... find that the Lysine works for me just as good as Valtrex ... it limits the OB's , I have actually been feeling...
... learn what your symptoms are, the sooner you take the valtrex the less severe the outbreak. My dr told me it was...
