- Question on Outbreak-help 20th September 2004
... a little raw as well. I also take 250 to 500 mg of valtrex . So when I got this just to be safe, I took 1000 mg ... valtrex for about 5 days. I felt better, but my confusion ... no sores that I am getting?. If it was wouln't the valtrex clear it up in the time i took it?
The only REAL ... did before. ...(the day we had sex i took 1000 mg of valtrex just to be safe)
Do you think these (this) is an...
- herpes from holding hands??? 17th September 2004
... Are you taking anything for it. I know that the valtrex is expensive and you do need a prescription for it...
- Do i have Herpes? 14th September 2004
... tolerable. There are medications that can make it better, Valtrex , etc. I didn't like the meds so I just deal. After...
- In pain 13th September 2004
... two years. Now I'm in tons of pain because I lost my Valtrex bottle and am going to college 3 hours away from my...
... two years. Now I'm in tons of pain because I lost my Valtrex bottle and am going to college 3 hours away from my...
... my pharmacy yesterday and asked them to refill my Valtrex and aparently, my dr. (back home) said no refills...
... helped me remain outbreak free...I don't want to take VALTREX so I'm doing home remedy stuff.
Stress can defin...
- I don't understand, what is the deal???? 11th September 2004
... having an OB".
same prejudice with medication.... valtrex for example: HSV-2, you take one a day everyday for...
... question because i only have HSV2 and i dont really take Valtrex any way, even though i have an episodic prescription...
... minor symptoms and are careless.
I have heard of Valtrex being prescribed both ways many different times for...
- Herpes on back 11th September 2004
... so I'm getting severe outbreaks again - I'm taking Valtrex to help. How're you doing?...
- Newbie needs assistance 10th September 2004
... there any particular drug of choice? Zovirax vs. Valtrex ? Valtrex claims to be the only one proven to reduce...
... reality seems that while people seem(?) to prefer Valtrex , insurance companies seem to prefer cheap knockoffs...
... autonomous and secure in yourself.
What I've heard about Valtrex , though I've never tried it, is that it works for...
... just an incredibly easy one to contract.
As for Valtrex . I was on it for the first year and it worked for ... yourself a little bit at first. I'm actually back on Valtrex suppresssion now. My life changed a lot and got more ... side effects to the medication this time around.
Valtrex is expensive, if you don't have insurance, like $130...
- 'Pimple' On Head Of Penis 8th September 2004
... results, but umm, gee whiz, cant help but think that valtrex helped somehow. And now, if an "OB" happens again...
- One constant bump... 7th September 2004
... period. It's driving me crazy! Just started back on the valtrex , but who knows if that will help, it never really...
... i suggest you stop with the Episododic therapy of Valtrex and switch to supressive therapy it works better....
... always appreciate your input. But, I'm afraid to take Valtrex - daily. The idea of "hair loss" scares me to death...
... are cranberry juice - should be your best friends... Valtrex does have side effects, all drugs do. I just chose ... the amount of the side effects, by not taking the Valtrex 24/7. It's just the way I feel about it. Not saying ... my mind, it is the BEST for me. Read up on some of Valtrex 's side effects, it's pretty scary. But, everyone is...
- Guys & Gals 7th September 2004
... other stresses to deal with. I take daily supressive Valtrex . My man takes nothing. I still get o/b's with the ... Valtrex ( although they are greatly reduced ), he only gets...
- Taking Valtrex...Still Get o/b's & can my boyfriend and I pass it back and forth 5th September 2004
... really knows. But there is herpes that responds to Valtrex and herpes that doesn't; herpes that breaks out a ... herpes counsellor once told me that if I didn't need Valtrex , I shouldn't take it, because the more people who...
- Updates 5th September 2004
... Medicines:
I never have enough money to get on Valtrex as a suppresive therapy. I use to get outbreaks about...
... folowing Bp's advice and sticking with her program and valtrex and hoping for the best...
my Doc here was really...
... folowing Bp's advice and sticking with her program and valtrex and hoping for the best...
my Doc here was really ... outbreaks now, then im sure i might get 0 or 1 a year with Valtrex one would think. plus maybe i could minimize on predrome...
... about prodromes and such and i'm taking two 500mg valtrex a day...next thing i know the unbelievable happens...
... about prodromes and such and i'm taking two 500mg valtrex a day...next thing i know the unbelievable happens...
... lately. HOWEVER, if i had some money id like to get on Valtrex suppresive therapy because i would think that would ... since ive met this new girl its my understanding that Valtrex reduces the chances of spreading the virus but im...
... it's almost painful. I've been doubling up on the valtrex and using the peroxide religiously, it's not "just ... or les viruletn strain Burned, that good news. Yeah Valtrex would probably work really well for you. Have you...
... or les viruletn strain Burned, that good news. Yeah Valtrex would probably work really well for you. Have you ... and ill do the same. oh yeah, besides peroxide and valtrex are u taking any other meassures? honestly right now...
... nope all i take isthe valtrex and sometimes echinachea (two weesk on , two weeks...
- Question about Valtrex 3rd September 2004
... My doctor prescribed me to four 500mg Valtrex a day. Two in the morning, and two at night. I know ... already in the middle of an outbreak there's not much Valtrex can do to surpress it but it DOES help to make it...
- 1 year since getting H 2nd September 2004
... less and less as I move on.
I have been on daily Valtrex for 2 months. I plan on doing this through February...
- nonoxynol-9 2nd September 2004
... eoretically...the chances of shedding the virus when taking Valtrex drop to almost nothing....assuming your not pre outbreak...
- Does anyone use L-Lysine? 31st August 2004
... 5 days a week, and that really helped. Supressive Valtrex Therapy has seemed to work the best so far......
- Finally Some Good News (sigh) 30th August 2004
... idea of having this ***** for the rest of your life. Valtrex is pretty good at controlling it, and there are a...
... idea of having this ***** for the rest of your life. Valtrex is pretty good at controlling it, and there are a...
... you'll see a few other forms of treatment besides Valtrex and soon after that you'll either see some kind of ... Rabies or some kind of combination. With the success of Valtrex it'll most likely be some hardcore anti viral treatment...
... :D i can still get it up by then and imagine the " valtrex " of 2016!!! lol. **sigh** at least there's some hope ... it!!! :) til then, my short term goal is to get on valtrex ....
... :D i can still get it up by then and imagine the " valtrex " of 2016!!! lol. **sigh** at least there's some hope ... it!!! :) til then, my short term goal is to get on valtrex .
Don't worry, you'll be fine as long as you dilute...
... is Vitamin C and a multiviatmin. IN THEORY, either valtrex and/or oxygen treatments should keep me outbreak free...
... ll let you all know if she runs away..LOL
I take Valtrex and that's it. sometimes one a day, sometimes two...
... situation is improving so i should be able to get on valtrex and try that oxygen system that chris and nonexist...
- Just found out! 30th August 2004
... out I have HS2 a few days ago. I'm a wreck! I'm on Valtrex twice a day. The pain is so bad. I'm swollen, and...
- who has gotten oral H from Genital H ? 30th August 2004
... oral sex and no problems. :) My husband does take valtrex because we are trying to get pregnant. He started ... really have obs at all anymore. He is only taking valtrex now to reduce transmission to me! Good luck!...
... Ser-
I AM on Valtrex . Started again last week. I only take 500mg a day...
... sores on my tonge.
I went on and I am still on Valtrex . I still get the odd break out, even with the supressive...
... hard time tolerating meds. I have started and stopped Valtrex 3 times. It gives me headaches, joint pain and even...
... Ginsing or Green Tea for enery boosters. The drugs like Valtrex work on some people and some they cause side effects...
- Herpes still not a problem 30th August 2004
... i'm not taking my medication, i have to pick up my valtrex when it's ready...(trying to make it easy) i tell...
- Valtrex 28th August 2004
... I have never personally heard of that, but I am on Valtrex for suppression and it seems to be working just fine...
... thank you for the replys. So u are taking valtrex even tho ur not on an active outbreak?...
- Medical Coverage & VALTREX 28th August 2004
... lie and they'll give you this card that pays for the valtrex with no co pay...
my Valtrex is free......
... lie and they'll give you this card that pays for the valtrex with no co pay...
my Valtrex is free...
what...
... they gave me a card and boom my doctor visits and my valtrex are covered. it's state run, but i got it through...
... Pacificare PPO, and it totally sucks!!! Doesn't cover Valtrex AT ALL!!!!! They say that Acyclovir is it's generic ... it is private and free. I haven't asked them about Valtrex but this reminds me I should check it out! Thank...
... need that stronger, better breakdown I guess that valtrex has. Valtrex was used in the studies that prove suppressio...
- Serial -where - fore - art - thou...... 26th August 2004
... who are going ALL natural, have decided NOT to take valtrex or Famvir or the other one and just go all natural...
... all of us don't have your luck.....I've been taking Valtrex , only when symptons prevail....Only, because my hair...
... conspiracy to make the drug companies richer. I believe tat valtrex is the best they can come up with right now with the ... takes a lot of time and a lot of testing.
symptom valtrex and supressive valtrex are so different, episode therapy ... taking it. i want and need to have a sex life and valtrex gives me the confidence to have one without stressing...
... own good sense.
Finally, the more people who use Valtrex , the sooner Valtrex-resistent strains of h will appear...
- Hom many mg of Valtrex do you take? 26th August 2004
... don't take any. but i know someone who takes either valtrex or something similar that is a one a week pill...
... Mark5 ~
I take 1000mg - 1500mg., of Valtrex , daily, but only when I'm feeling symptons....Usually...
- Fabulous 25th August 2004
... weekend, and didn't have any choice but to take a valtrex tonight. I am in agony with pain from the ob, and ... with wondering if Valtrex can hurt a baby? Does anyone know? God, I hope not...
... Hi Nicole! They say Valtrex doesn't have any adverse effects, but I would not...
... I took acyclovir or valtrex (not sure which) when I was pregnant with both children...
... have a question, though about an ob. I have been on Valtrex 5 days now, and it isn't going very quickly. Does...
- just diagnolsed, how long will my first outbreak last??? very painful! 25th August 2004
... well because the pain is so bad. My doctor put me on Valtrex . 2 day for 10 days. I have been on it for a few...
... exptremely careful of that area.
I cant afford the valtrex . for me it's either i have insulin or valtrex. I decided...
... gotten no information when I went. I was just given valtrex andf told to come back when my culture result was ... and a couple open sores (yuck sorry :(
she said the valtrex is just a suppressent, it doesnt cure anything. So...
- shingles 25th August 2004
... the dr within the recommended 72 hours. I was given Valtrex and it cleared it up for me.
I had it on the right...
- HELP! Just found out 23rd August 2004
... me with HSV-2 (Test still pending). He prescribed Valtrex 1GM 3 times daily. I have taken Sat, Sun, and now...
... away from you.
As far as your non response to the valtrex , it sounds as normal as this virus can be. I have...
- I get outbreaks above my knee 23rd August 2004
... many outbreaks. I have Olive Leaf Extract as well as Valtrex . Any ideas? Thanks so much guys! This board is a great...
- Just got a bomb dropped on me... 21st August 2004
... outbreaks in those 4 years and both time she's taken the valtrex (sp) for them. She's now taking Valtrex daily for...
- Does anyone have outbreaks all the time, never a break? 19th August 2004
... still together. I have gone in several times to get Valtrex and all the other meds for the past 7 years that i ... never had a bad pap smear yet. My husband did go on valtrex for a very short time but ever since '97 he has had...
... he definitely should be taking some kind of meds ( valtrex etc.) if he has non-stop outbreaks. This will help...
- anyone catch this with valtrex? 19th August 2004
... symptoms, and thier too macho to take something like Valtrex ....
... and was wondering if you and your partner is taking valtrex ? Or does the one infectd take it? Have you been...
- Nerve damage - my experience 18th August 2004
... No redness or signs of anything.
Iv'e been on Valtrex daily since July 4th. I take 1000mg, and sometimes ... 2000mg daily. It appears that the Valtrex has actually curbed the OB, but not the nerves. ...
... I female and had the same problem. I am on daily Valtrex , however for the first 6 months I had chronic burning...
... pants or clothing is driving me crazy, and all the Valtrex and Zovirax isn't helping. Pain is constant, too,...
- I know there is no cure but.... 14th August 2004
... no cure for herpes. I do know there is things like valtrex that helps suppress outbreaks. But... does anyone...
... future. Remember though, these are public companies. Valtrex will pull in more over the next 30 years than an immediate...
- Going backpacking! 14th August 2004
... Until there is a cure, I guess my best friend will be Valtrex .
On a lighter note though, I do enjoy reading...
- question 4 everyone... 14th August 2004
... headaches. I also used to get headaches from the Valtrex and I took it with headache relief. Now, I can take ... Valtrex by itself....
- how many outbreaks can one expect & symptons? 13th August 2004
... infection break out this much...
Supressive therapy with valtrex is a very good thing...and really does seem to keep...
... pelvis. That's the worst part now. I don't even take Valtrex or any medication even when I have an outbreak b/c...
... help a lot and then that wil be a good time to go on valtrex . even with the valtrex without a high enough antibody...
- whats the chances of spreading herpes the day before a outbreak with no symptoms?.. 12th August 2004
... this pretty high? Not to mention ..I am on 500 mg of Valtrex a day everyday. Doesn't that lower her chances of...
... to take a chance. I'm sure you know that even with valtrex medication you can infect another during sex. You...
- Ongoing breakouts 12th August 2004
... blood test is negative. I have been takling daily Valtrex since July 4th. 500mg, sometimes 100mg. I would...
... redness and pain, no sores or blisters. I haven't tried Valtrex yet-- but I would like to know about other people...
- herpes in the mouth 11th August 2004
... herpes type I. It is contagious to others. She took valtrex and ever since the first treatment for a period of...
- what is it? 11th August 2004
... you feel the outbreaks are too often or painful try valtrex . It has done wonders for my cold sores. I hear it...
- Remedies for Oral Herpes 10th August 2004
... virus causes more severe outbreaks. Anyway, I took Valtrex for a while which didn't help. Does anyone have any...
... out and i've never gotten them in the past. i have valtrex and popped one to see if the ones in my mouth would...
- What is suppressive treatments? 5th August 2004
... is most often used in the context of prescription valtrex , where you take one pill a day to "suppress" the outbreaks ... outbreaks.
Reserach also suggests that taking valtrex not only suppresses outbreaks, but can also reduce...
... okay i'm gonna chime in here, cause i take one valtrex a day which does what the above posters said it does ... lot better than episodic therapy which you only take valtrex during an outbreak. Supressive therapy has been proven...
... earache, a sore throat, or flu since i've been taking valtrex daily for 4 months. even though my doctor told me...
- if you do not have an GH outbreak can you spread it? 5th August 2004
... than anything else..i'd look into supression..with valtrex once a day...some people swear by taking L-Lysine...
- what if you carry BOTH versions? 2nd August 2004
... so many to choose from, from prescription pills ( valtrex ), to lotions (denavir), to OTC lip balms (herepin...
- Is it condom's for life once you have GH 30th July 2004
... as they call them (pre symptoms) and of course one valtrex a day has worked a miracle for me...you'll find other ... and haven't had an outbreak since April thanks to valtrex , hydrogen peroxide (you'll see posts on it waaay in ... medications just to be "normal" she's on 1 gram of valtrex twice a day..
everyone's different..look at it...
- This is my first outbreak, I think its Herpes, what is it ? 29th July 2004
... sore, I got one every week or two and then I took valtrex and it's helped a great deal. I constantly relay...
... home remedies never worked effectively for me.
Valtrex medication (by prescription) is expensive unless you ... noticable.
Also, I've noticed ever since I began using valtrex the outbreaks have occured less and less. In fact ... first and tell him about your problem and ask about valtrex .
If you want to read more about it, check out the...
- 1st Bad Breakout (please help) 29th July 2004
... you ever see a doctor about herpes?
I recommend valtrex because I get cold sores and it's really helped me...
... doctor as soon as possible, they may be able to get you valtrex plus denavir (prescription strength abreva).
I...
- Can Valtrex make things worse? 28th July 2004
... until checking with the doc.
Are you taking the valtrex episodically (to treat outbreaks) or continuous (for...
- valtrex 27th July 2004
... I had herpes for four years before starting valtrex : two years of infrequent outbreaks (1/every two months ... occasional outbreaks (1/month).
I have been on valtrex for 5-6 years now, and the first three years, I got...
... Quest ~
How long were you takin Valtrex , before you noticed a difference in your hair???
...
... insurance. I figured I could afford the good stuff ( valtrex ) and at least I would live comfortably until I thought ... of another game plan. I began to take 1-2 pills of valtrex daily at 500mg each. Shortly after, (about 2 weeks ... it to be a common problem with both acyclovir and valtrex !!! At that point, last year’s hair loss began to ... make sense. On top of it all, the valtrex WAS NOT working! Honestly, even if the valtrex did...
- Anyone here actually caught genital H from oral sex? 26th July 2004
... learn, learn,learn.....Have you seen a doctor, tried Valtrex ? Or anything else??? It's not easy @ first,but you...
... fingers.
Can you help me out with some info on Valtrex ? Is this something I will take continuously or when...
- oral hsv2 symptoms 25th July 2004
... look like little tiny craters.
After she took valtrex she was fine. In fact, after one prescribed treatment ... of valtrex she hasn't got a blister in months. So I recommend ... it. Now, she's not taking any valtrex and still the blisters haven't re-appeared; it's apparently...
... because as I mentioned before after the one treatment of valtrex she never had a blister on her tongue again (knock...
- I thought I was getting an outbreak... 21st July 2004
... so bad. It makes me wonder if I should go get my valtrex prescription filled, or if it is even worth it.. ...
- healing reaction from dmso 21st July 2004
... medication known to-date to treat this viral infection ( Valtrex ) does NOT cure herpes.
DSMO and H202 will NOT cure...
... healing after an outbreak has been within days.
Valtrex and other suppresssive therapy are expensive and if...
... Hey folks...I am on Valtrex , but still get mild o/bs ( thankfully nothing like...
... such relief from what it was like before. As for the Valtrex ...I still take it, but my herpes does not respond ... also. Mine was awful and I fear that if I stop the Valtrex it will come back awful again. Do you try Valtrex...
- Advise PLEASE--damage control 19th July 2004
... not sure if there's any benefit to someone starting Valtrex preemptively, like starting those HIV drugs after...
- Is HSV2 related to hormones? 18th July 2004
... period. This happens even if I notice symtoms and take Valtrex on an episodic basis. Does anyone have any experience ... get better? I used to watch those commercials for Valtrex when the woman says "I don't want to lose my days...
... helps and sometimes, it doesn't. I am also taking Valtrex - daily. I'm wondering if our "female systems" are...
... I am also on Valtrex daily and that was the only thing that stopped those ... treatments, I unfortunately am not one of them.
(On valtrex daily, i have 0-1 outbreak a year, but you have to...
- Cold sore treatments? 18th July 2004
... I recommend taking valtrex for your cold sores. It has helped me so much. After ... healed. Finally, I went to my doctor and he put me on valtrex .
The Valtrex treatment for cold sores is different...
- Burning After Sex? 18th July 2004
... Anyone experienced this? And should I just start on Valtrex or what? Please advise. I hate this disease :P...
... Dear Bitten ~
I would start with the valtrex and use aloe vera gel (comes in a spray bottle) for...
- Swollen lip 11th July 2004
... pain. Headaches. Lack of energy. The doc put me in Valtrex just in case. I ended that a couple of days ago. He...
... fact that the girl you were with has herpes. Taking Valtrex without knowing for certain first is not a good idea...
... swollen lip.
Curious... what's the harm in taking Valtrex as a precautionary method? I've heard that said before...
... did the girl you slept with have done?
Since valtrex doesn't destroy the virus permanently it won't help ... can still be spread to another even when you take valtrex . Therefore, it's wise to know exactly where you have...
- Partner just diagnosed...I'm up next 11th July 2004
... might be about to have an ob. That's why I don't use Valtrex or any other med. I want to know my body, and not...
- How can you get Herpes? 9th July 2004
... Before Valtrex , my symptoms started way before the blisters appeared ... 2-3 days of tingling, itchiness, shooting pain. On Valtrex , I only get those prodrome symptoms occasionally,...
- Getting over the anger 8th July 2004
... and soreness. I'm so frustrated that even taking Valtrex has not helped. I'm wondering if anyone can tell...
... that" big of a deal and soon you'll see it that way... Valtrex by itself it not always the answer, it works better...
- I'm amazed - time to think (long) 7th July 2004
... medical community first, I did for a long time. I took Valtrex and it didn't do anything for me. I'm sorry, but ... bad effect down the road, but noone knows that about Valtrex either.... It could cause cancer 10 years down the...
... not every outbreak and symptoms are the same. Maybe Valtrex doesn't work the same for everyone. Just think that...
- ***Newflash***** new info, had to share 6th July 2004
... working, between the vitamins, lysine, OOO and the Valtrex (which I'm trying to eliminate)...something seems...
- Quick OBs? 6th July 2004
... goes on and off for at least a week maybe. If I take Valtrex it goes away quicker.
Also, my bumps are pin head...
- Genital herpes - OB locations move? 6th July 2004
... breakouts with reoccuring zits and scabbing. I got the Valtrex filled on Monday afternoon and have been taking it...
- backpacker ? c'mere. 1st July 2004
... reaction, no prodromes, no NUTHIN and I'm also on Valtrex and haven't had an outbreak since April ...seriously...
... the second time she was extremely irritated.
I'm on Valtrex , i know my body well, and my prodromes very well too...
- Suspect Girlfriend Has Herpes 30th June 2004
... I found a bottle of Valtrex in my girlfriend's bathroom the other day. The prescription...
... never heard of any perscriptions for oral herpes.... Valtrex is only perscribed for genital herpes... to my knowledge ... . Just calmly tell your girlfriend you know Valtrex is only perscribed for genital H... and tell her your...
... I have oral herpes (hsv1) and I take valtrex or aciclovir, depending on what I can afford. There ... unless you actually saw lesions and think she is lying. Valtrex , especially in cases of extreme outbreaks (I get enormous...
... I have HSV2 (genital) and I take Valtrex but it's 500mg twice a day. I've never heard of 1mg ... Valtrex . If your concerned, and rightfully so, ask her to...
... I have also heard of doctors prescribing Valtrex for HSV1, and in that dosage (I don't think the 500mg...
... FYI to everyone:
Valtrex is definitely also used for oral herpes (SEE the official ... valtrex website if some of you don't believe me: valtrex .com). I know because i'm one of them. My doctor ... recently after the initial exposure, the doctor said the valtrex might help by preventing recurring outbreaks of coldsores ... and then. Thus, now I have a long term supply of valtrex (1 gm) to be taken only when I feel a coldsore coming ... probably telling the truth in my opinion. But since valtrex is used for both genital or oral I would ask her again...
... have oral herpes and my husband has genital. He takes valtrex for reduction of transmission. I told his doctor about ... oral type 1 and he said I can definately take the valtrex , just taking it early enough(like as soon as the syptoms ... start). I too would tell her you saw the valtrex and she needs to be honest w/ you! Good luck! :)...
- new here- 30th June 2004
... age , not worse and you may want to look into the valtrex thing, not only for better handling, but so you can ... without OVER worrying about passing this on to someone. Valtrex , Peroxide, and a strong immune system have saved me...
... especially with medication. I'm sure once you use valtrex or something similar you will feel much better. The...
- Depressed teen 30th June 2004
... and that was over a year ago. But she did give me valtrex , and I took it right away, and it says that if you...
... lot, and I think it was getting worse until I took valtrex ....
- How Did You Get It ? 29th June 2004
... that whole 'dirty' thing as baggage. So God Bless Valtrex , and remember you probably give or recieve a good...
... me, and being able to have some control by taking Valtrex has really changed my outlook for the better about...
- Vatrex options for suppressing???? 27th June 2004
... I was wondering if anyone knew of anything besides Valtrex for suppressing shedding? The Valtrex trials seem...
... else that works better in suppressive therapy than valtrex , however, I am not sure what kind of effect I will ... of my life. The worse part is after a year, 500 mg valtrex stopped working for me and I had to upgrade it to...
... a bit. I've actually heard it's good to go off the Valtrex for awhile and actually let yourself breakout, because ... good thing, then going back on the normal dose of Valtrex would probably work just fine. I'm actually thinking...
- Well, wondering what I have here....... 27th June 2004
... One more thing, he did give me a script for valtrex , and I've taken it today, however were still not sure...
- Serial, Where are U???????????? 26th June 2004
... about it and have a strong immune system and i LOVE valtrex , no side effects that i'm aware of and no outbreaks...
- Stats on male to female trans. 26th June 2004
... the possibilty of passing this to her if I use daily Valtrex and condoms? She is very concerned about this, as...
... transmission of herpes 100% even with condoms and valtrex ; however, I'm sure the risk is less when you're using...
