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The following
information is a summary about Valtrex. It is not
intended to replace a doctor's instructions. USES:
This medication is an antiviral agent used in the
treatment of herpes zoster (shingles), genital
herpes and is also being used for herpes simplex
(cold sores).
HOW
TO TAKE THIS MEDICATION:
Take
this medication by mouth as directed. Take all
this medication as prescribed. Do not skip doses
or stop taking this without your doctor's
approval. Stopping therapy too soon may result in
ineffective treatment.
SIDE
EFFECTS:
Nausea,
vomiting, headache, loss of appetite, weakness,
stomach pain or dizziness may occur the first
several days as your body adjusts to the
medication. If any of these effects continue or
become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your
doctor if your condition does not appear to
improve or you experience a worsening of symptoms
while taking this medication.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell
your doctor if you have any kidney disease, blood
disorders or if you have any allergies. This
medication should be used only if clearly needed
during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits
with your doctor. It is not known if this
medication appears in breast milk. Consult with
your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG
INTERACTIONS:
Tell
your doctor of any over-the-counter or
prescription medication you may take including
cimetidine or probenecid. NOTES: This medication
is most effective if it is started within 48 hours
of when the rash first appears.
NOTES:
Valtrex
is most effective if it is started within 48 hours
of when the rash first appears. MISSED
DOSE:
Try
to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you
miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not
take it if it is near the time for the next dose,
instead, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not
"double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store this medication at room temperature
between 59 and 77 degrees F (15 to 25 degrees C)
away from heat and light. Keep this and all
medications out of the reach of children.
STORAGE:
Store this
medication at room temperature between 59 and 77
degrees F (15 to 25 degrees C) away from heat and
light. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE
REACH OF CHILDREN. |
