- Valtrex isn't working--HELP! 24th February 2006
... have you tried Acyclovir? It is a lot cheaper than Valtrex and has been known to work in some people who haven ... 't had good results with Valtrex . I bought some from Planned Parenthood for $10 a...
... Try Valtrex 1 Gram daily. It will prolly help.
What also helped...
... lot of confusing words on here. I am on suppressive Valtrex and it was working... bringing me some peace of mind...
... Several years ago I tried a different one (perhaps Valtrex ) and also had no success with it. Maybe I'm just...
- Shingle diagnosis.... 13th February 2006
... have insurance till april and DR. gave me samples of valtrex for only 1 day, but still need the next 6 day course...
- medicine replacement? 11th February 2006
... On a paper that the pharmacist gave me with my Valtrex , it clearly states not to take Motrin while taking ... Valtrex . Mootrin is basically the same thing as ibuprofren...
- Genital Ulcers (Herpes)Killing Me!! 5th February 2006
... was my first that I was aware of and all over) of Valtrex and I had noticable relief within a day and a half...
- oral herpe question? 4th February 2006
... big on taking daily meds, but I am currently taking Valtrex twice a day. It has made a big difference for me....
... Maybe in the near future, I will attempt to go off the Valtrex . I think I am going to add acidolphilous as well just ... just changed to a new spot. That one made me try out Valtrex as a preventative measure. And it so interesting to...
... These last few months, I have been taking supressive Valtrex and it's been helpful. I get a small amount of just...
... that's how it's been for a while now since taking the Valtrex as a suppressive. However, I do have the chronic yeast...
- Valtrex. Side effects? 30th January 2006
... extra vitamin C.....I never had those symptons from Valtrex ....and it didn't change my outbreak, either. it really...
... For me, valtrex doesn't have any acute side effects, but after being...
- valtrex...im not sure what to do 30th January 2006
... less than 1 outbreak a month, then a single 500mg Valtrex a day should be enough. For people with more common ... or 3 times a month, but when I was on preventative Valtrex for a month, I took one 500g a day and had no problems...
- Shedding transmisison question 29th January 2006
...
OK megarra this seems to bolster my theory that valtrex can mask symptoms thus making it harder to monitor ... symproms and avoid sex during shedding. my gf is on Valtrex and no longer gets symptoms but she said early on ... several OB a year on her lip. To me it seems like Valtrex turns shedding periods into a guessing game whereas...
...
OK megarra this seems to bolster my theory that valtrex can mask symptoms thus making it harder to monitor ... symproms and avoid sex during shedding. my gf is on Valtrex and no longer gets symptoms but she said early on ... several OB a year on her lip. To me it seems like Valtrex turns shedding periods into a guessing game whereas ... and not just at outbreaks. What DOES happen with Valtrex , is that shedding is reduced significantly, as is...
- make this STOP! 26th January 2006
... straight. And during this time I have been taking Valtrex . If anyone knows anything about stuff like this, ... having an outbreak. It will not go away, even with Valtrex ! I feel that I am wasting my money on something that...
... called my doctor's office and they just said to take Valtrex twice a day during an outbreak, and once a day as...
... all together like acyclovir or famvir (?). Has the Valtrex helped at all stem the pain? How exactly were you...
... Zoey~
I had taken Valtrex for about 4 months and it really didn't seem to help...
- Another aspect of OB I haven't seen mentioned 24th January 2006
... afternoon. Before I was diagnosed and started on Valtrex I went around feeling like I'd been hit by a truck...
- Where can herpes actually spread on your body? 22nd January 2006
... exema??
arm rash could be...
a) side-effects of valtrex (1000mg 2x day as a big OB)
b) odd H symptoms
c...
... gone for me anyway. OH and BTW, I have not taken Valtrex so for me it can't be that! :)...
- What woke this sleeping Giant???? 21st January 2006
... If this happens again I will have to get the daily valtrex I guess. I can't believe that I will have to take...
- Herpes symptoms changing - Doctors useless - did this happen to u? 20th January 2006
... clinic (with the compassion of a dead toad) and take valtrex ...Tell myself it's OK, it's like a coldsore, it's...
- If I had one wish...I'd make everyone aware! 19th January 2006
... permanent cure for herpes rather than cash cowing on Valtrex .
A simple logic and basic sceintific knowledge tells...
... permanent cure for herpes rather than cash cowing on Valtrex .
A simple logic and basic sceintific knowledge tells...
... why did this happen to me??" I used to see those valtrex commercials and silently say a prayer of thanks that...
- Viral Shedding? 19th January 2006
... with a magnifying glass!
I am on my 4th day Valtrex 1000mg x2 daily, My out break(first one) is SLOOWLY...
- Old meds ok? 12th January 2006
... cannt afford the meds, so I gave him an old bottle of Valtrex that I found...approx 16 months old, he used it and...
- Some questions on cold sores. 9th January 2006
... notice they become more frequent. Doc has put me on Valtrex (sp) to take twice daily 1000 mg pills, but they dont...
- It's been awhile, but I NEED NEONATAL answers! 4th January 2006
... doctors will prescribe suppressive doses of acyclovir or valtrex beginning around 34-36wks of pregnancy. If you feel...
... you mught have info on this also do the kids take Valtrex or other suppressive therapy....
... episodically. And they are treated with acyclovir, not valtrex ....
- Overwhelming with worry 31st December 2005
... me....all at the same time???!!! I am on supressive Valtrex , and I hope that the tiny blister I got 48 hrs later...
... person myself.
Even the drug commercials like Valtrex dont portray it the way it is. Shame on them!...
- Lysine 30th December 2005
... ! She was just mad that I wasn't calling her for Valtrex , and when I had my 2nd outbreak I DID call for meds ... samples she might of had, cause i have no insurance and valtrex cost me $260, then I asked if there was another med ... be cheaper and the answer I got was she only uses Valtrex ....yea ok DOC! :) haha!!!...
... Audrey concerning finding an alternative. I was on Valtrex for my first outbreak, 500mg twice a day for 10 days...
- coldsore remedies?? 30th December 2005
... trick is to catch it before it is visible and take valtrex or zorvirax or lysine. I hope this helped....
... the worst!!! I have an unlimited prescription for valtrex . For some reason, I haven't had a coldsore in quite ... a regular basis about a year ago. I would take 1 valtrex everyday to prevent them. I also make sure I use...
... small one. I was able to combat it with a bunch of valtrex . Sometimes I get a coldsore in the middle of my upper...
- A serious question for all... 29th December 2005
... my ob-gyn., for the culture. The doctor, prescribed Valtrex , at the time, he said it looked like herpes to him...
- Help pegnant and diagnosed w/ herpes!! 23rd December 2005
... to let it worry you.
3. acyclovir/zovirax and valtrex are both very commonly used to treat herpes during ... is to prescribe suppressive doses of acyclovir or valtrex beginning between 34-36wks.
I know it is scary...
- Treating Herpes 20th December 2005
... Confusing ...lol!
Also, I had no choice but to take the Valtrex after 6 months of chronic outbreaks and suffering ... Finally, I went to my doctor and begged for surpessive Valtrex therapy and it was the best thing I did. I dont take ... the Valtrex everyday anymore, just when I feel a tingle or burn...
... other symptoms. I'm based in Asia and you can get Valtrex here as easily as asprin, and since it has no systemic...
- Genital Herpes 19th December 2005
... got continuous on and off o/b ever since...i took valtrex , lysine plus a lot of others which have shorten the ... hsv1 still come after me whenever i stopped taking valtrex .
finally, i started taking the aggressive "suppressive ... therapy" by taking valtrex 500mg two times per day plus 2000 mg lysine per day...
- Genital HSV1 + Yeast 13th December 2005
... with blood test. the doctor gave me gentamicin with valtrex .
after the first healing, there were at least...
- pregnancy 9th December 2005
... hoping that my body can handle it, though. I was on Valtrex for supression for 4 months before I found out I was ... pregnant. My biggest fear was that once I stopped the Valtrex that my whole body would just break out in sores. ... So far so good! I've only been off the Valtrex for a month so anything can happen still. Are you...
... Did any of you take any anti-virals ( Valtrex , Zovirax, etc) for suppression therapy during your...
... thinking they need it when they don't...
I take Valtrex 3 days a week, which is far less than twice a day ... chiropractic care. I am going to ween myself off of the Valtrex over the next couple of weeks while we're trying to...
- One After Another Outbreaks 7th December 2005
...
Finally, I bit the bisuct and went on supressive Valtrex ...it is the only thing that helps me and I dont want...
... banking on it not coming back much. I've been taking Valtrex that I purchased over the internet which only seems...
- Valtrex Causing Outbreaks 7th December 2005
... exposure which was like 8 weeks ago....and yes, taking valtrex actually seemed to make it worse...so I called my ... the persisting symptoms for so many weeks, and the Valtrex not working, that she REALLY thinks I do not have...
... herpes, 1) the symptoms do not last this long, and 2) Valtrex works liek a miracle, so it's now a process of elimination...
- Valtrex Long Term 5th December 2005
... I've been on Valtrex for 5 years and have not noticed any side effects...
- How come it's not always the same? 4th December 2005
... i have almost one o/b each week despite of taking valtrex and eveything that might help...like lysine, vitamin...
- Oh the burn! Is it shingles? 26th November 2005
... better doc. it is important with shingles to get on valtrex within i believe 48 hours of showing first symptoms ... , otherwise the valtrex will not be effective. try to look on the bright side...
- HSV blood tests?? 23rd November 2005
... different gyno visits) and me having no response to Valtrex for a month....if anyone honestly knows how long is...
- if you know normal herpes symptoms, please read/help 20th November 2005
... symptoms just seem so much like HSV2...not to mention valtrex had NO effect on me whatsoever.....as I took the pill ... like they showed up more frequently when i took the valtrex ...and the doc said this was unusual and that she wasnt...
- Zoster Problems 12th November 2005
... herpes zoster when I was 16. I'm 20 now. I've been on Valtrex this whole time for matinence and an increased dose ... seen me with an outbreak because I have had enough Valtrex to combat it on my own. But this time I tried to get ... lovely. Also are there any long term risks of taking Valtrex for such a long time? Thanks!!
Jen :)...
... nerves in your face?
As for long term effects of Valtrex , there haven't really been any human studies done...
- Cold sore symptom or not? 11th November 2005
... been using Abreva, but also have a prescription for Valtrex that my doctor gave me after the last time. I don ... 't know whether I should take the Valtrex or just wait and see. Maybe the chapped patch is...
- I need help/advice 10th November 2005
... pain. But what is really discouraging is that the Valtrex I use daily seems to have NO effect whatsoever. In...
- Any one to listen and give their opinion or advice 9th November 2005
... back to back and I was at a serious lost. I tried Valtrex and that worked for alittle but I had to take at least...
- valtrex 7th November 2005
... Valtrex works very quickly. When I have an outbreak I take ... days and it's gone. It only took a week or so for Valtrex to start working on suppressing my outbreaks. But...
... Valtrex doesn't work for me. I've been broken out and taking ... Valtrex for two months....
... while? thanks!
ive been wondering this...im
on valtrex for my first outbreak...this is day 4 of the 6 pills...
... I took daily valtrex 1000 mg straight for a year. The frequency of my outbreaks ... month to once in a year, but I dont think its cuz of valtrex , its actually the way herpes works. With the passage...
... I took daily valtrex 1000 mg straight for a year. The frequency of my outbreaks ... month to once in a year, but I dont think its cuz of valtrex , its actually the way herpes works. With the passage ... know...I was just yesterday saying to my BF after a Valtrex commercial came on TV that I wonder what real good ... some the herpes symptoms subside and they think the Valtrex has done this and for some the symptoms keep on and...
... I've been taking Valtrex for a little over a week at 2 grams/day for my "initial...
... so it took about 2 weeks before I actually got on Valtrex . It worked very well and cleared me up in about a ... only had this for about 5 months now. But for me, Valtrex works like a charm. I also have used Zorivax, which...
- HSV symptoms question 5th November 2005
... through....worrying about HIV/having herpes....also the Valtrex I was on gave me headaches and made me very tired...
- Question about Primary Outbreaks 30th October 2005
... in a while, but no sores (probably because I take Valtrex for suppression).
I hope you start to feel better...
- Abroad with herpes 29th October 2005
... give me anything for my first outbreak, but I think valtrex is the norm. That is an oral med. I'm scared to say...
- cold sore help needed 20th October 2005
... haven't heard of denavir making it worse though.
Valtrex does help with cold sores but again you have to take...
- Recurrent herpes zoster 17th October 2005
... another herpes outbreak yesterday I'm also on a 7-day Valtrex regimen and may be going on daily suppression if the...
... haryngitis eventually resolved itself. I went on the 7-day Valtrex and it seemed to knock out all the viral symptoms ... I exceed 6 OB a year. I'll keep a 7-day supply of Valtrex on hand to use when I do get another.
So the upshot...
- Ladies: Herpes & Menopause... 15th October 2005
... ominous like that freaks me out. I didn't take the Valtrex as the nurse suggested and I am glad because apparently...
- A few questions.. 13th October 2005
... being worried about passing it on stinks!
4) I'm on Valtrex for suppression so I don't have any short term problems ... expensive to treat because my insurance covers the Valtrex . I take it everyday for suppression and more importantly ... higher risk of transmission to my partner). I'll stop Valtrex in a few months to see how my body handles things...
- Herpes, nerve damage 8th August 2005
... constant and seems unaffected by starting/stopping Valtrex of by the outbreaks (very few OBs). I know I'm not...
- cold sores 8th August 2005
... and ask for a prescription for Acyclovir. I tried Valtrex too but it doesn't work for me. My doc was awesome...
- White bumps on lips (HSV 1) 3rd August 2005
... I occasionally get the virus on my lips and I have valtrex for them... I haven't gotten them in awhile since...
- Anyone with a b/f or g/f having the same deal as me? 26th July 2005
... you should look into taking a suppressive med like Valtrex or a supplement like Lysine and see if that would...
... did give me a prescription of aclyclovir (same as valtrex kinda). Incase I do have an outbreak in the future...
- pregnant 25th July 2005
... as OB's go that they would put me on a regimine of valtrex the last month(s) of pregnancy to avoid any OBs but...
- It helped me. 25th July 2005
... two (painless) out breaks every single month. Tried valtrex 500mg and then 1000mg, and I was outbreak free as ... the difference. What satisfies me is that I am off valtrex as I dont wanna mess with my kidneys by taking 500mg...
- Better to take MEDS? OR not? 24th July 2005
... days ago. :)
My Dr. said it's best not to take Valtrex because when you stop it can cause more outbreaks...
... acyclovir specifically, so I don't know the issues with Valtrex , but I have never heard of it causing outbreaks when...
- Herpes!Gross 21st July 2005
... one the doctor prescribed me the Zovirax cream and valtrex pills. but it seems that u have to start using those ...
usually now when i get them if i dont have any valtrex pills to start takin right away and the cold sore...
- I need some help... I'm very confused! 15th July 2005
... of my initial outbreak... getting better now with valtrex for the past few days... but still lasting forever...
... feel like maybe I should break down and get an RX for Valtrex or something. I've been so afraid to go to the Dr...
- is this herpes? please help 12th July 2005
... found the right person. Today you can take drugs like Valtrex which really can minimize or eliminate outbreaks ...
- looks like I just joined the H Club... 12th July 2005
... early on, having pretty much diagnosed myself, and got valtrex . i was feeling well again within two weeks, and haven ... had a smallish outbreak in the spring, but i took valtrex & it cleared up quickly....
... looks like herpes and sent me to my doc to get on valtrex so it doesnt get in my eye. My doctor looks at my ... herpes' but at least does a blood test and puts me on valtrex when i threatened malpractice if it got into my eye ... yesterday HSV1 positive, hSV2 negative. Today my Valtrex ran out.
I feel better today than I have in over ... I called my doctor today to see about a refill of valtrex since its helping but hasnt resolved the outbreak ... closed. I was told the following...
"7 days of Valtrex should have CURED HSV1, since your still having problems ... possible) but since its not they will give me a few more valtrex ... but after that... im on my own... no more meds...
... could do for your doctor to give you a prescription to valtrex --even if it's "just" for hsv1. i have hsv1 genitally ... keeping my prescription current. a friend of mine gets valtrex for cold sores alone.
you might want to try taking...
... doc needs to read... hes convinced that 7 days on valtrex should cure HSV1 period... so if im still having symptoms...
... could do for your doctor to give you a prescription to valtrex --even if it's "just" for hsv1. i have hsv1 genitally ... keeping my prescription current. a friend of mine gets valtrex for cold sores alone.
you might want to try taking ... probably adding to my problems) that once my refill of valtrex (and he would only refill 5 days, not 7) runs out ... of my secondary symptoms are lessened or gone since valtrex ... i still have a mild burn/pain when i uriniate or ... pretty been a constant this month.
What does of valtrex do you take? also, have you had repeated outbreaks...
... for gonnahrea twice (a pill, then a shot), given valtrex as a precaution for 12 days, and most recently treated...
- Just diagnosed 10th July 2005
... The treatment that works best is oral pills, like Valtrex , Famvir, Acyclovir. All these pills should be taken...
... herpes outbreaks, the most popular currently being Valtrex ... which is taken during an outbreak, and may be ... doctor to get them to do a blood test and put me on valtrex . Since its usually not life threatening I think...
- 38wks pg, found ob 9th July 2005
... definately call the doc about the meds, but I know that valtrex and acyclovir are preferred over Famvir during pregnancy ... risky, just that there's more anectdotal evidence with valtrex and zovirax than with famvir.
How long do your...
- What type of test is this? Anyone? 8th July 2005
... without me mentioning it... and recommended I be put on valtrex and get it cultured... but I had to go back to my ... the test results came back positive then put me on valtrex .
Since its not IN my eye yet, the eye doc thought ... it important to get on valtrex ASAP as if it gets in my eye it can lead to blindness ... original post as to what test it was) and put me on 1g valtrex twice a day for 7 days.
Now, considering the time ... test he actually had done. Ahhhh.
Ive been on Valtrex since Thursday... the area on my eye has scabbed over ... things have been getting better since ive been on valtrex (as long as I dont get excited ) If i had to guess ... concerns.
First, if the OB is still going on after the valtrex , and the tests come back false negative I dont know ... OBs it seems odd that you would have to be on daily valtrex for life, sure i can see doing it to help avoid transmissio...
... to that guy.
I have hsv-2 and have never been on Valtrex , or any other meds, for that matter. I did absolutely...
... definitely say that its genital... but since ive been on valtrex x for 7 days it has gotten better... not gone but better ... .
But on to my war... my inital 7 days of valtrex ran out today... so I called about getting a refill ... be CURED (yea, cured as it over, done) by 7 days of Valtrex ... but since im still having problems he would refill...
- Can genital herpes cause blisters on other areas of the body? 7th July 2005
... a coldsore in my life) and had my doctor perscribe valtrex ... and they finally took blood to test for herpes...
- How did you get it? 7th July 2005
... smaller. Also he should go on suppresive therapy with Valtrex medication because that will significantly decrease...
- Just wanted to share my story 2nd July 2005
... it was Herpes, but not to worry he would put me on Valtrex the last few weeks to prevent an outbreak. My daughter ...
Now for the really good news, since I took the Valtrex for a month or so everyday I have had only a couple...
- teen, pregnant, with herpes 1st July 2005
... mean 36wks? Call your doc and ask about going on Valtrex . It is really standard for moms with herpes to be ... treated with valtrex or acyclovir starting anywhere from 30-36wks until...
- (+)Herpes Type 2, (-)Herpes Type 1 30th June 2005
... outbreaks (I've had herpes for 4 months). Neither Valtrex or Acyclovir seem to have much effect on the outbreak...
... to my skin. even in the rose cream form. I went on Valtrex when I had a 3 mo long ob. the valtrex stopped my ... month later. I may try it again when I go off the valtrex , which I am taking for only a year. I believe it ... but I just started that. I will have to go off the valtrex to even see if that helps. I've been doing research...
... m3307,
My hubby is taking valtrex now, but only to reduce the risk of transmission to ... but the drug companies are making all their money on valtrex ect. Isn't that nice????? But to answer your question...
... terrible primary and first initial OB. And just being on Valtrex wasn't cutting it. It did help me to have a shorter ... Garlic 2000mg
L-lysine 2000mg
Cat's Claw 575mg
Valtrex 1000mg (I half the pills and take one in the morning...
- Valtrex Supressive Therapy 29th June 2005
... been clearly mentioned in the side effects of taking Valtrex , however it should be temporary. I used to take 500mg ... paper and thats it.
I never got any fatigue from Valtrex though....
... Howard345
I'm on valtrex 1000 mg they made me very tired when I first started ... ReadnWrite,
Was your first outbreak after going off valtrex any worse than before you were on it? My doctor told...
... Howard345,
After getting off of Valtrex , my outbreaks were not any different, same capacity...
... frequent. I'll just have to see after I go off the valtrex at the end of this month........
... When I look at Valtrex I think a simple logic suggests that it needs a higher ... introduction of preventive medicine is on the rise. Valtrex and Naxium are a classical example of cash cows....
- question please 28th June 2005
... genitally. You can go on supressive therapy with Valtrex so you aren't shedding the virus as much and your...
- Herpes and valtrex 21st June 2005
... any herpes symptons? It is my understanding, that Valtrex doesn't ward off an ob, it is suppose to make them...
... was diagnosed with genital herpes. My gyn prescibed Valtrex , 500 mg. per day. Everything I have read said that ... experiences would be appreciated.
from what i remember the valtrex don't work right away....may take a while,beings u...
- Herpes 2 Question 19th June 2005
... have so far have not given it to anyone. I was on valtrex for supression (less chance of shedding) and even...
- Medication? OTC vs script?? 16th June 2005
... that time, just not as frequent.
My gyn put me on Valtrex and I chose to take 2 for 3 days at onset of ob. ...
... therapy, but I do understand that it can be expensive. Valtrex is the most expensive drug, could you try Acyclovir ... , it´s the generic antiviral, cheaper than Valtrex . Supression with Acyclovir would be 2 x 400mg a day...
... someone who has awesome results with that where as Valtrex did nothing for them....
- Nearly 5-month long outbreak?!? 13th June 2005
... sex while having an outbreak. I've been on and off Valtrex but it doesn't seem to make these symptoms go away...
... burning Im sure it probably is a side effect. But since valtrex isnt working I dont know what to say. Prehaps try...
... foods) and becomming sickening thin. I've been on valtrex for a year and I haven't had any out breaks in my ... lasted about two weeks or a month in a half. For me, Valtrex stopped the OBs but did not stop the "prodome" affect ... have everyday. So I guess like the virus its self, valtrex works diffferently in everybody. It's really about ... and it hasn't spread that way, even when i wasn't on Valtrex . If you are having an OB though I'd say wait until...
... experience sounds a lot like mine, however I have been on Valtrex since the start (3 months) and it isn't fully supressing ... my OB's yet. I wanted to know how you take your Valtrex ? What's the dosage and at what times do you take ... maybe I just have to be patient and with time the Valtrex will work like it does for you!
Tina...
- One lesion at a time? 9th June 2005
... to come and go every other month. Tried a dose of Valtrex and didn't have any for almost a year. Now it seems...
... noticed bumps on his penis this past summer and got valtrex (his mothers a nurse) but was never tested. And to...
- I got a doc advise im not too sure about 6th June 2005
... the doctor and didnt even go in, but she prescribed valtrex pills and zovirax for me too. i feel like the zorivax ... feeling. i actually went yesterday and got more of the valtrex pills (funny i use them more for cold sores than for...
- Leg pain and Herpes 3rd June 2005
... Genital Herpes. My doctor immediately placed me on Valtrex , and told me that the outbreak should clear up. While ... seem only to have started when I started taking the Valtrex . I have numbing throughout my legs, and my calf muscles...
- im 18 and living with herpes... 3rd June 2005
... the outbreaks on my face (cheek) and have done the " valtrex thing" which hasn't helped too much. i'm wondering...
... the outbreaks on my face (cheek) and have done the " valtrex thing" which hasn't helped too much. i'm wondering...
... to them about what you should do...i used to take valtrex for it but i didn't notice TOO much of a change. best...
