- Does the generator help ? 11th January 2008
... acyclovir which is much cheaper than its fancier sister valtrex out of sheer frustration in order to abort another...
- any info appreciated 10th January 2008
... can do lifestyle wise to help. My doc has given me valtrex but they dont really seem to help much and there seem...
- sad, confused 10th January 2008
... like herpes but have to test to be sure; gave me some valtrex , antibiotic and some cream. It's been 6 days since...
- Don't Know 9th January 2008
... has reacurred, so I think it is herpes. I got some Valtrex from a friend and I wanna say that it didnt really ... I haven't had it before, so I can't say that the Valtrex shortened/stopped the...
- Hsv symptoms 8th January 2008
... goes by? I dont know what type I have. My Gyn gave me Valtrex and told me to get the blood test done at the lab ... much pain with the last two BO I have not started the Valtrex yet I wanted to see if Cimetidine would help symptoms...
... does this cause you any side effects?? My GYN gave me Valtrex but I'm afraid to take it. I'm getting desperate,...
... and i talked them into writing a prescripion for valtrex cus i couldnt afford the dr visit co pay (like 120...
- Scared!!!!!! 8th January 2008
... have it. I found out on Dec. 27 and started taking Valtrex and have took it since then. Well i jus had sex yesterday...
... Herpes is communicable with or without valtrex . You should always use a condom.
I hope he knew...
- Love my girlfriend, she has H, I have Questions. 7th January 2008
... have never had any symptoms of H? My girlfriend takes Valtrex and doesnt miss a single dose.
Also, What are the ... have sex during her OBs, and she continues to take Valtrex my odds of picking up H are EXCEEDINGLY LOW. But my...
... result in transmission. Additionally, though she is on valtrex , she CAN still communicate the virus - again, the ... getting it would be about 4% per year. She IS taking VAltrex , so that's reduced even more.
Your doctor is right...
... Doctor's are wrong about herpes all the time - if the Valtrex is helping, the diagnoses is probably correct. But...
... during a breakout on my genitals. I have been taking Valtrex 500mg daily since Feb. (3 months now). Is it safe...
... Ok, I have genital Herpes. I just started taking Valtrex 3 days ago. I was on an OB when I started taking ... it, showed me the test results, and told me to get Valtrex . Can anyone share some knowledge?...
- Herpes and Piercings 6th January 2008
... ago) and it didnt cause more outbreaks... I took my valtrex after I got the last piercing (2 years ago) just to...
- Herpes 6th January 2008
... symptamatic partner. Such as their partner is taking Valtrex ?...
... it but the odds are cut in half if they are taking Valtrex ....
- Herpes pain and work advice 5th January 2008
... there is not really any fast cure. Have you tried Valtrex ? I've found that sometimes taking an ice soak is ... better solution, but my personal best solution is the Valtrex . Good luck and keep the board updated!!...
- How bad can it get 3rd January 2008
... prescription meds, try going on a short course of Valtrex to help accelerate the healing. You don't necessarily...
... with some sound advice. I'm not opposed to going on Valtrex if it will get rid of this, even if for a few months...
- is it herpes??? plz help asap im freakin! 1st January 2008
... the doctor and get it tested. If you have it. Get on valtrex or another surpression medication. If you do end up...
... necessarily need to go on suppressive therapy. Use Valtrex to control the first outbreak (usually a 10 day course...
- pregnacy and herpes 1st January 2008
... knows you have genital herpes. He/she will put you on Valtrex about a month before delivery, suppressing all virus...
- bad experience with doctor? 1st January 2008
... is to keep an eye on things, wear a condom and take Valtrex when I have an outbreak. Didn't tell me what type...
- when do you ask for valtrex 31st December 2007
... I'm not sure about long term side effects of Valtrex , but taking one course of it certainly won't hurt ... you. Many people use Valtrex only when they get outbreaks, and have no problems...
... you had it 3-4 weeks already it may to too late for valtrex to help. It is good to have the drug on hand so you...
... Right away. Valtrex will make your ob go away. Plus if you take one a...
... [QUOTE=dlocklear1;3372502]Right away. Valtrex will make your ob go away. Plus if you take one a ... day... they won't come back.
absolutely... take Valtrex immediately... I've been taking it for years every...
... I wouldn't take it every day. For me, if I take Valtrex on day one I feel better and on day 2 I barely know...
... There's lots of reasons why people do and don't take Valtrex long term.
Pro's:
1. - Controls outbreaks
2. - Acts ... 3. There are documented long term side effects of Valtrex . Hair loss is one I know of off the top of my head...
- use of tinactin 31st December 2007
... I am a sufferer also. I have recently been put on Valtrex . It works great. No more outbreaks. Herbal remedies...
- Valtrax 26th December 2007
... Ditto - Valtrex is used as a suppressive therapy so you don't pass...
- Questions 18th December 2007
... during OB's? My doctor has called in a prescription for Valtrex for me. I read those cause headaches? Also is it normal...
... Don't worry about taking Valtrex if you need it. I never had side effects. It should...
... that, Autopiaqueen - I wouldn't worry about taking Valtrex (as MOT suggests as well) except perhaps during an...
... re afraid of the next one. Don't be afraid to take valtrex right away when the next OB comes. If I take Valtrex ... very tolerable. At first they lasted 3-4 days with Valtrex and were very tolerable. (My first OB was well over...
... be hot-footing it to the doctor's office for some Valtrex !! But I also have to respect those who choose another...
... prescription medication, I highly recommend getting some Valtrex to help you get through your first outbreak, at least...
- doctor for facial herpes 18th December 2007
... can treat it with???? Whether it be a pill form not valtrex cuz that only helps me genitally...PLEASE HELP I'M...
... better idea what to do.
It seems odd to me that Valtrex would work for you in one location, but not another...
- what the heck? 17th December 2007
... them swabbed. You can also ask for some samples of Valtrex or Acyclovir from PP or your own doctor. If the pills ... a swabbed culture and give you a prescription for Valtrex because they are obviously not listening to you. This...
... them swabbed. You can also ask for some samples of Valtrex or Acyclovir from PP or your own doctor. If the pills ... a swabbed culture and give you a prescription for Valtrex because they are obviously not listening to you. This...
- Pregnancy And Herpes 16th December 2007
... Herpes. Do You Have To Have A C-section Can You Take Valtrex While You Are Pregnant...
... you have herpes, and he/she will likely prescribe Valtrex for the last month of your pregnancy. This will ...
- Initial OB Duration? 15th December 2007
... that, so I am now on week 5. I took a week's worth of Valtrex which did help the burning and pain from the lesions ... can cause an OB. I am currently taking 10 days of Valtrex and with only 2 days of this prescription left I'm...
- currently on suppressive therapy and still getting outbreaks.... what gives?? 13th December 2007
... times. i just started the suppressive therpy with valtrex about 3 weeks ago, and within that first week i had...
... I've been on daily Valtrex for 3 years now. I still get ob's, mainly when i'm ... on my period and if i get really stressed. I think Valtrex states that taking it may not prevent an outbreak...
- Outbreaks and Monthly Period 11th December 2007
... month, take the daily meds for a while.
I took Valtrex everyday for about 7 months, then I went off to see ... go back on if I had frequent OB. Now I only take Valtrex only when I have bad OB and I don't take anything...
... down there around her period as well. i never got on valtrex or any other supressive medecine for that matter because ... said why bother and kind of frowned upon it. maybe valtrex really doesnt work. so what exactly are your outbreaks...
- Shout-out to Oceanus 9th December 2007
... the last one was so bad, i finally gave in and took valtrex and a pain killer plus anti-inflammatory because the...
- Valtrex 6th December 2007
... Doctors normally prescribe 2 valtrex a day for 10 days for initial OB. The OB will go...
- infected? 3rd December 2007
... I do about this? My partner has a prescription of Valtrex and seems like she is going to take it all and leave...
- Vulvodynia and perineum fissures NON STOP after herpes 3rd December 2007
... this, therefore you might take a suppressive like valtrex or acyclovir or famvir, which ever works best for...
... I forgot to say that i take Valtrex everyday and it doesn't help with this pain....
... cuts".
I have had HSV 2 for 7 years. I have been on Valtrex ever since. I take lots of vitamens including Lysine ... paperlike cuts I get all the time it seems. I'm on Valtrex and quite frankly I find it hard to beleive I would...
- Famciclovir? 2nd December 2007
... I've never seen any published number (even on the Valtrex site). I'm not sure I'd go along with the doctor...
- Shingles or Herpes Zoster 1st December 2007
... your system right away, or they may not work. i took valtrex and after 8 pills my shingles started clearing up...
- GH2-My year in review--for those interested 1st December 2007
... herpetic nuralgia (PHN)for about 3 weeks. She put me on Valtrex because she assumed I'd get it every month with my ... period.
I went off Valtrex at end of July just to see if I indeed would get frequent...
- What is the difference between Herpes type 1 and 2? 30th November 2007
... weeping" she couldn't take a culture and suggested I try Valtrex , just in case. After 24 hours on Valtrex, the sore ... other than to tell me to practice safe sex and use the Valtrex for 7 days when I have an outbreak. She didn't explain...
... correctly diagnosed. It probably is herpes, seeing as the Valtrex helped, but you need to be sure, and you also need...
- Culture came back positive...now what? 27th November 2007
... and I got it checked right away. I finished my 5 day valtrex and it is now completely scabbed over. Would it still...
- wierd q 26th November 2007
... for three total, with no variances from each other. VALTREX does help though.......
I guess part of me hopes...
- hello 26th November 2007
... mouth, my tongue stay sore, burn and hurt, i take valtrex everyday 2 to 3 pills everyday, everynow and then...
- Antiviral ressistance 25th November 2007
... taken that drug but I'm curious. It sure feels like Valtrex is less than helpful at times. Sorry to hear you tested...
- Sore in same spot-normal? Valtrex daily or not? 25th November 2007
... try the 2/day when you start to feel it.
Taking valtrex everyday for a year does not stop outbreaks....
- Herpes Transmission question, HELP! 25th November 2007
... believed to have a mild case and was currently taking Valtrex once a day. She had no sores at the time of sex. Neither...
... not via bodily fluids.
On your side - she is on Valtrex daily, which is a suppressive therapy intended to ... so we won't count this...
If she had not been on Valtrex , your chances of contracting the virus under these ... circumstances would be about 4% per YEAR. She is on Valtrex , so this is reduced even more.
So, yes - you should...
... of assurance can I have however if she was taking valtrex and not showing any OB at that time? What is the statistica ... l evidence that valtrex helps to prevent transmission? How long does someone...
... of assurance can I have however if she was taking valtrex and not showing any OB at that time? What is the ... statistical evidence that valtrex helps to prevent transmission?
There is no assurance ... that number anyway?? :) The statistical evidence of Valtrex ?? I suppose you could find it somewhere online. ...
- Burning/Tingling All The Time 24th November 2007
... in favour of being permanently on a medication like Valtrex , just because a doctor says I should because it's ... willing to put you on nerve paid medication, why not Valtrex ?? If you don't have anything against prescription ... getting your self on a round of anit-viral meds (usually Valtrex ). They usually last about 10 days for the first outbreak...
- Vaginal Herpes 24th November 2007
... recommended.
Have you tried getting a one time course of Valtrex to help clean up the outbreak??...
- herpes 23rd November 2007
... case of it indeed.The clinic changed my tablets to valtrex and gave me creams,and a mouthwash for my ulcers and...
- Confused, Scared and Concerned 23rd November 2007
... shingles and to wait for my results. He did put me on Valtrex for 5 days and gave me 3 refills just in case.
...
- Herpes 22nd November 2007
... and was told it looked like herpes, she was put on valtrex and had bloodwork done. The initial blood test came ... later and that too came back negative, she stopped the valtrex and a couple weeks later the sores came back, this ... culture of the sores and tested positive, back on valtrex . She was recently diagnosed with mitochondrial disease...
- prevention of outbreaks 22nd November 2007
... You can check on the valtrex site for dosage for outbreaks. I believe it is one...
- what do i do 22nd November 2007
... with Herpes 1 and 2 a few weeks ago.
My Dr gave me Valtrex right away, which a type of viral medication. I took ... first outbreak I was going to continue to take one valtrex a day for suppression therapy but it made my blood ... pressure rise too high. So now I'm off valtrex . For now I am eating right and exercising and trying...
- herpes..does it itch? 22nd November 2007
... you have it they can give you antiviral meds such as Valtrex . That helped me but there is no cure.
For now I'm...
... although my doctor has given me a 5 day supply of Valtrex , I have not had to use them. I do have the usual ...
- herpes and pregnacy 20th November 2007
... your doctor knows, and he/she will likely put you on Valtrex a month or so before delivery to prevent transfer...
... years). The doctor will put you on a daily dose of Valtrex during the last month of your pregancy as a preventive...
- Evil OB That Will NOT Go Away! 20th November 2007
... much one should take. I just started zinc as well. Valtrex is just a joke at this point....
- Please help....looking for a good supplement 20th November 2007
... becoming more and more frequent and lasting longer. Valtrex is NOT working and I am so miserable! I've been researching...
... had herpes, I searched the net. I have been given Valtrex to take if I have another outbreak. For the last month...
- HSV1 - all the time 17th November 2007
... for the best. My doctor gave me a prescription for Valtrex in case it starts back up. I had no medication given...
- Neurontin for severe outbreak 17th November 2007
... different type of anti-viral works for others (like valtrex to famvir or acyclovir). Is this your primary OB?...
... original symptom was vaginal burning. I started on Valtrex 1 gram twice a day then went to 500 mgs. twice a day...
- Oral Herpes and medications for it. 16th November 2007
... suggest suppressive therapy using an anti-viral like Valtrex .
Once you've got it sorted out, might I suggest educating...
- Does genital herpes cause bloating and upset stomache? 16th November 2007
... it that my stomach was very senstive. I'm on daily Valtrex 500mg, sometimes i have to take 1000g when i feel...
- Valtrex side effects question 16th November 2007
... I'm on daily valtrex and one of the first side effects that i had was dizziness...
... had my first outbreak 4 weeks ago the Dr put me on Valtrex twice a day for 10 days. It helped alot.
About 10 ... days ago I decided to go back on Valtrex for suppressive therapy and I noticed that my blood ... a "caution" mode! Well I googled side effects for Valtrex and hypertension (high blood pressure) came up. Well...
... I've been on Valtrex suppressive therapy for 4 years but recently took ... There is sometimes itching. Nothing close to my pre Valtrex days though!
When I started it way back then, I...
- Duration of Outbreak 15th November 2007
... back. Before that it lasted at least a month as well. Valtrex doesn't even seem to work anymore!
And I know exactly ... constant annoying pain.
I'm taking L-Lysine, Zinc, and Valtrex . Have you tried anything else? I'm looking for any...
- H-Balm treatment worse than the disease!! 15th November 2007
... diagnosed with HSV 1 and 2 about a month ago. I started Valtrex and now have switched to Famvir since I wasn't getting...
- i got worse 12th November 2007
... it to my friend who is a Dr. He prescribed me some Valtrex 2 grams/dayX10days I started it and BOOM sores started ... years and never this long.
Has anyone ever heard of Valtrex making things worse, I stopped the drug 48 hours ago...
... positive for herpes.
How long after you started the valtrex did your sores get out of control?? I haven't heard ... once it begins healing. And you happened to start the valtrex and just such a time that the sores were just about ... to get more serious - so it seemed as though the Valtrex was responsible. I'm guessing you stayed on Valtrex ... have herpes, but in fact have something else that the valtrex just aggravated. This happens with women with yeast...
... "Has anyone ever heard of Valtrex making things worse, I stopped the drug 48 hours ago...
- new here questions.... 11th November 2007
... are pretty darn low. I don't know numbers, but the Valtrex ads are always saying "use Valtrex and safer sex methods...
- Suppression therapy 8th November 2007
... Hi, I just had a question regarding valtrex on a regular basis. As is, my doctor set it up so ... I really like him and I thought I should look into valtrex on a regular basis. I'm only concerned with the possibility...
... though... possible side effects of long term use of valtrex , and alternative remedies that you can use when an ... It sounds like you don't get a whole lot, so the valtrex seems to be less about controlling outbreaks, and ... of shedding from a positive partner is about 4%. Valtrex decreases that, but is it worth long term use of a...
... though... possible side effects of long term use of valtrex , and alternative remedies that you can use when an ... It sounds like you don't get a whole lot, so the valtrex seems to be less about controlling outbreaks, and ... of shedding from a positive partner is about 4%. Valtrex decreases that, but is it worth long term use of a...
... It might be worth it. It IS a fact that valtrex reduces the risk of transmission. I might also point ... virus.
There ARE long term side effects to taking valtrex permanently... do a search for a thread about hair...
- valtrex 8th November 2007
... " valtrex to take for 30 days before i deliver"
I have a...
... snoopy and nosy here.
Seeking truth, your friend took valtrex just in case? She didn't already have herpes? Was...
... snoopy and nosy here.
Seeking truth, your friend took valtrex just in case? She didn't already have herpes? Was...
- Herpes or yeast infection? PLease help! 8th November 2007
... having OBs or yeast infections?
No blisters, I am on Valtrex suppressive therapy. Itchy vagina with cottage cheese...
- Im scared 8th November 2007
... get the virus from me. Don't be scared, take some valtrex and see if it helps. Things could be much worse....
... There is no real need to take valtrex if you aren't having outbreaks, unless you choose ... would recommend researching possible side effects of Valtrex as well as alternative methods before you do.
There...
- Can herpes go undetected for years? 7th November 2007
... physically and emotionally. The doctor has me on Valtrex for about 6 days now. Although the blisters are beginning...
... waiting for the next outbreak. I have been prescribed Valtrex if and when I feel another one coming on. I still...
... another outbreak the anit-viral medications out there ( Valtrex etc.) do help decrease the severity and speed up recovery...
- Need info 6th November 2007
... minor OB. Once again we both began the 10 day dose of Valtrex and refrained from sex until symtoms passed. We are ... Will our bodies begin to build an ammunity to the Valtrex like antibiotics, requiring the dosage to increase ... typical 2X daily for 10 day dose.
Should we take the Valtrex 2X daily for 10 days upon OB then reduce to 1X daily ... each other?
Also, our insurance does not cover Valtrex $100 + per script.
I was given another generic script...
... Your body won't build up an immunity to valtrex , however, there are other side effects (hair loss ... controlled with other remedies as well.
Dosage of Valtrex should always be discussed with your doctor. If he ... are having outbreaks at the same time.
There are Valtrex coupons on the Valtrex website. I didn't even know ... there was a generic brand of Valtrex ... what's it called??
YOu may also want to download...
- Something seems wrong 5th November 2007
... months. I have had 2 rounds of Acyclovir and now am on Valtrex . I've been on the Valtrex for a week, 1 gram every...
- Very surprised and confused 3rd November 2007
... doesnt look like it....be tested!!! I now have my Valtrex sitting in the medicine cabinet in case I get another...
- Genital Herpes 1st November 2007
... have not had a breakout in over 2years. I do take Valtrex every day. I performed oral sex on my boyfriend who...
- I need help 31st October 2007
... being even higher - 90% is the number posted on the Valtrex website I believe.
It's one of the reasons why...
- transmission 30th October 2007
... time of being tested for anything that you would take valtrex for, would you have to be experiencing a break out...
... Well, firstly - you'd be taking Valtrex for herpes. I don't believe it's used for anything...
... i found to have been an online order from him for valtrex . He told me already that he's never had any std's...
- Help needed please 29th October 2007
... active without symptoms.
Did the doctor give her valtrex ?
Please download the handbook. A lot of people have...
- Newbie needs Answer 26th October 2007
... There are several reasons.
1. It's expensive. Valtrex is not cheap
2. Valtrex has long term side effects...
- New to board and new to herpes 26th October 2007
... I need some answers about a few things. I started Valtrex but still having horrible itching - what less expensive...
... needed. There's no reason to assume you need to be on Valtrex permanently....
- What happends when you have herpes? 25th October 2007
... outbreaks every year. Then it would be a suppresive like Valtrex ....
- discharge 23rd October 2007
... is from,why cant I quit breaking out? I have tried Valtrex and Famvir. Nothing seems to work....
- Always responsible 19th October 2007
... to her that it was herpes. She told me she was on Valtrex .
So now I can feel OK about my part in all this...
