Valtrex 500mg Tablets
From £33.90
Includes free private prescription
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Treats cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles
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Helps reduce pain, itching, and healing time
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Convenient once- or twice-daily oral tablet
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Valtrex 500mg Tablets Prices
| Strength | 42 tablets |
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| 500mg | £33.90 |
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Prices include free private prescription. |
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Overview
Buy Valtrex 500mg Tablets Online
You can buy Valtrex tablets online for the treatment of genital herpes with a secure and easy service. Simply complete a short online assessment, and if approved, your medication will be delivered discreetly to your doorstep.
What is Valtrex?
Valtrex is an antiviral medication that contains valaciclovir as its active ingredient. It is commonly used to treat infections caused by the herpes virus, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles. Valtrex works by stopping the virus from multiplying, which helps reduce symptoms, speed up healing, and lower the risk of future outbreaks.
What is Valtrex used to treat?
Valtrex is primarily used to treat genital herpes, a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Genital herpes leads to painful sores, itching, and discomfort, with recurring outbreaks over time.
In addition to genital herpes, Valtrex is also used to treat:
- Cold sores (HSV-1)
- Shingles (herpes zoster)
- Chickenpox (varicella-zoster virus)
How does Valtrex work?
Valtrex contains the active ingredient valaciclovir, which the body converts into acyclovir. Once inside infected cells, it targets an enzyme called DNA polymerase, which the herpes virus needs to multiply and spread. By blocking this enzyme, Valtrex prevents the virus from replicating, allowing the immune system to better control the infection and manage outbreaks effectively.
Valtrex ingredients
Active ingredients: valaciclovir
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone, povidone, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, macrogol 400, polysorbate 80
Valtrex Alternative
Valtrex alternatives include other antiviral medications that treat herpes infections. Common prescription alternatives include:
- Acyclovir
- Famciclovir
Patient Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before use for full instructions and possible side effects.
Directions
How to take Valtrex tablets
- Take Valtrex 500mg tablets exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow the tablet whole with water without crushing or chewing it.
- Can be taken with or without food.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- Start treatment at the first sign of an outbreak for best results.
- For the first outbreak, take 500mg tablets twice a day for 5 to 10 days.
- For recurring outbreaks, take 500mg twice daily for 3 days.
- For suppressive therapy, take 500mg or 1000mg once daily to reduce the risk of outbreaks.
Always complete the full course of treatment, even if symptoms improve, and consult your doctor for any concerns. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual. Do not take a double dose.
Cautions
Valtrex side effects
Like all medications, Valtrex may cause side effects, though not everyone experiences them. These can range from mild to serious.
Common side effects:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
Uncommon side effects:
- Dry mouth
- Skin rash or itching
- Sensitivity to sunlight
- Trouble sleeping
Serious side effects:
- Kidney problem
- Confusion, agitation, or hallucinations
- Difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, or throat (signs of an allergic reaction)
If you experience serious side effects, stop taking Valtrex and speak to your doctor immediately. For a full list of side effects, check the patient information leaflet provided with the medication.
Valtrex warnings
Consult with your GP or pharmacist before taking Valtrex if:
- You have kidney problems.
- You have a weakened immune system.
- You are over 65 years old.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are taking other medications that may interact with Valtrex.
- You have ever had an allergic reaction to valaciclovir or acyclovir.
Valtrex interactions
Before taking Valtrex, inform your GP or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medications:
- Probenecid
- Ciclosporin
- Methotrexate
- Cimetidine
- Tacrolimus
- Foscarnet
- Aminoglycosides
- Organoplatinum compounds
- Pentamidine
- Iodinated contrast media
Valtrex in pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your GP before using Valtrex. Studies suggest the risk to the baby is low, but it should only be used if necessary.
Small amounts of Valtrex can pass into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, speak with your doctor to assess whether it is safe for you and your baby.
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