
Valacyclovir HCl (US Brand: Valtrex)
$154.98 – $270.06
What is Valtrex Generic Name?
The generic name for Valtrex is Valacyclovir HCl. What do valacyclovir caplets do? VALACYCLOVIR (Valtrex(R)) is an antiviral agent. Valcyclovir treats herpes zoster infection (shingles) or genital herpes infection. Valcyclovir is not a cure; it will help the sores heal faster and relieve the pain or discomfort.
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Valtrex and its generic equivalent of valacyclovir HCl, valacyclovir, are antiviral medications widely used to treat shingles and herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections, including genital herpes and cold sores. Valacyclovir is a prodrug of acyclovir, meaning it is converted into acyclovir in the body, providing better bioavailability and allowing for less frequent dosing compared to acyclovir. By inhibiting viral DNA replication, Valtrex helps to reduce the severity and duration of outbreaks, speed up healing, and decrease pain associated with herpes infections.
Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of valacyclovir in treating both shingles and recurrent herpes simplex infections. In shingles patients, early treatment (within 72 hours of rash onset) has been shown to significantly reduce the duration of pain, rash severity, and risk of postherpetic neuralgia – a chronic pain condition that can occur after shingles. For genital herpes, valacyclovir not only shortens outbreaks but also helps reduce the frequency and transmission risk when taken as suppressive therapy. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that daily valacyclovir therapy lowered the risk of transmitting genital herpes to an uninfected partner by nearly 50%. With its proven track record, Valtrex and generic name valacyclovir remain a solid treatment for herpes virus infections, offering effective symptom relief and improved quality of life for patients. Get yours now.
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Select Medication | Valtrex 1000mg, Valtrex 500mg, Valacyclovir HCl 1000mg, Valacyclovir 500mg |
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Get Valtrex and its Generic Equivalent Here
Valtrex and its generic equivalent of valacyclovir HCl, valacyclovir, are antiviral medications widely used to treat shingles and herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections, including genital herpes and cold sores. Valacyclovir is a prodrug of acyclovir, meaning it is converted into acyclovir in the body, providing better bioavailability and allowing for less frequent dosing compared to acyclovir. By inhibiting viral DNA replication, Valtrex helps to reduce the severity and duration of outbreaks, speed up healing, and decrease pain associated with herpes infections.
Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of valacyclovir in treating both shingles and recurrent herpes simplex infections. In shingles patients, early treatment (within 72 hours of rash onset) has been shown to significantly reduce the duration of pain, rash severity, and risk of postherpetic neuralgia – a chronic pain condition that can occur after shingles. For genital herpes, valacyclovir not only shortens outbreaks but also helps reduce the frequency and transmission risk when taken as suppressive therapy. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that daily valacyclovir therapy lowered the risk of transmitting genital herpes to an uninfected partner by nearly 50%. With its proven track record, Valtrex and generic name valacyclovir remain a solid treatment for herpes virus infections, offering effective symptom relief and improved quality of life for patients. Get yours now.