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However, no dosage adjustment is necessary at this dose of 1g because of the wide therapeutic index of aciclovir [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Common side effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, cold, and sore throat [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 10%), and decreased platelet counts (3% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The birth defects described amongst aciclovir exposed subjects have not shown any uniqueness or consistent pattern to suggest a common cause [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Dosage adjustments should be made in patients with varying degrees of renal dysfunction [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Even with treatment it may be possible to spread genital herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych]
The usual dose for the first attack is 1 gram twice a day for 10 days [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] A post-marketing acyclovir pregnancy registry has documented pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to Valtrex or any formulation of Zovirax (aciclovir, the active metabolite of valaciclovir) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If you are taking Valtrex for shingles, you should start using it as soon as possible after your doctor has made a diagnosis [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] To keep the condition from returning, the dose is 1 gram once a day [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 8% for patients receiving VALTREX compared with 0 [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The dosage for each type of treatment should be decided
by your doctor, but these are the general guidelines [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] You don't have to eat at the same time you take Valtrex, but eating at the same time might keep you from getting an upset stomach [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] It is also used to treat genital herpes in patients with normal immune systems [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] People with kidney problems are more likely to get side effects or even more kidney problems from taking Valtrex [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The daily aciclovir AUC (area under plasma concentration-time curve) following Valtrex 1000 mg and 8000 mg would be approximately 2 and 9 times greater than that expected with oral aciclovir 1000 mg daily, respectively [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Please refer to the rec
ommended dosing adjustments in the Prescribing Information for VALTREX [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] While taking VALTREX for cold sores, you should not exceed one day of treatment, two doses taken 12 hours apart [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valacyclovir can also be used to control genital herpes outbreaks in all patients, including those with HIV [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valtrex doesn't cure the infections, but it can slow down the viruses and prevent them from spreading [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Important Information About VALTREX VALTREX is for adults with healthy immune systems and is available by prescription only [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 1%) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Stopping therapy to
o soon may result in ineffective treatment [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems because the dosage may need to be changed [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If you wait until the cold sore develops, the medication might not work [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If you are taking Valtrex for cold sores, you should start using it at the earliest signs of infection, such as tingling, itching, or burning [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] This gives your body's immune system a chance to kick in and fight off the infections itself [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valtrex itself does not prevent the spread of genital herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] It is not kn
own if VALTREX reduces the risk of spreading genital herpes in same sex couples [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] To avoid a potentially serious complication, tell your doctor if your immune system is not normal because of advanced HIV disease, bone marrow or kidney transplant [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Treatment with Valtrex should be started as soon as possible after the first appearance of symptoms (e [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] In addition, older adults tend to suffer the pain of shingles for a longer time after healing has begun [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] tingling, burning, blisters) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] To avoid spreading the infection, don't have sexual intercourse during a flare-up
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tericin B, cyclosporine, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs (e [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] When treating an outbreak, continue to take this medication until the full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Herpes infections are contagious and you can infect other people, even during treatment [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Always use a condom made of latex or polyurethane [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] These events have been chosen for inclusion due to either their seriousness, frequency of reporting, causal connection to VALTREX, or a combination of these factors
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 8% for placebo [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The medication may not work as well if you wait more than 72 hours to start it [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] They're blue with white writing on them [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 8%), fatigue (8% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Even during treatment, you can infect other people with herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Mark sure you are dealing with a reputable merchant
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] VALTREX may not prevent all recurrences [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 5%), and rash (8% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] , doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Aciclovir is eliminated primarily unchanged in the urine via active tubular secretion [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] g [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If your kidneys are not functioning properly, or you are taking drugs that may damage the kidneys such as Neomycin or Streptomycin, Valtrex can make your condition worse or affect your central nervous system (brain and spinal cord)
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] No data are available on the efficacy of treatment of more than 1 years duration (for suppression), started more than 72 hours (for initial) or more than 24 hours (for episodic) after onset of signs or symptoms, started after the development of clinical signs of a cold sore, or started more than 72 hours after rash onset (for herpes zoster) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valacyclovir is used to treat cold sores (herpes labialis) and shingles (herpes zoster) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, stomach pain, painful periods may occur [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Don't buy Valtrex from places like Asia, India or South America or the Caribbean [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Patients with kidney problems or HIV infection may need a reduced dosage [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The symptoms may improve before your body's immune system has had a chance to fully fight the infection [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] When using this drug to suppress/control outbreaks, take exactly as directed by your doctor [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] You may need a lower dose or special monitoring during therapy with Valtrex [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The efficacy of VALTREX for reducing transmission of genital herpes has not been established in immunocompromised patients and nonheterosexual couples [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] ciclospor
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[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Suppression of Genital Herpes in HIV-Infected Patients: In HIV-infected patients, frequently reported adverse events for VALTREX (500 mg twice daily; n = 194, median days on therapy = 172) and placebo (n = 99, median days on therapy = 59), respectively, included headache (13% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If you are using Valtrex for genital herpes, begin taking it at the first sign of an attack [link widoczny dla zalogowanych]
confusion, speech problems, shaky/unsteady movement, vision changes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 0%) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] It's best to see a doctor and start the drug within 48 hours of first noticing the rash [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (e [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Even with treatment it may be possible to spread genital herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] You may take Valtrex with or without food [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: change in the amount of urine, easy bruising/bleeding, unusual fever
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] High doses of Valtrex have proved dangerous in people whose immune system is compromised because of HIV infection, bone marrow transplant, or kidney transplant [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] g [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Please refer to the recommended dosing adjustments in the Prescribing Information for VALTREX [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Common side effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, cold, and sore throat [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The medication may not be effective if you wait longer than 72 hours after the first attack or 24 hours after a later attack
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valtrex should only be used in pregnancy if the potential benefits of treatment outweigh the potential risk [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] These places have poor quality control and you can not be sure what you're getting if it gets to you at all [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Alternative agents, which do not interact with other agents excreted primarily via the kidney, may be considered for the management of excess gastric acid production and urate-lowering therapy when administering high dose valaciclovir [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your do
ctor or pharmacist promptly [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] , fever, persistent sore throat) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] There is no cure for herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The frequencies of abnormal ALT (>2 x ULN) were 1 [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Effects on the central nervous system are more common in older adults, leading to such symptoms as agitation, confusion, and hallucinations [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] You should drink a full glass of water with the pill [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] A post-marketing acyclovir pregnancy registry has documented pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to Valtrex or any formulation of Zovirax (aciclovir, the active metabolite of valaciclovir)
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] In addition, older adults tend to suffer the pain of shingles for a longer time after healing has begun [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] This medication may rarely cause a blood disorder (thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura) or a severe kidney problem (hemolytic uremic syndrome) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Dosage adjustments should be made in patients with varying degrees of renal dysfunction [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Consider expiration dates before buying too many at once [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Probenecid (Benemid) and cimetidine (Ta
gamet, Tagamet HB) may increase the effects of Valtrex and possibly lead to dangerous side effects [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: cimetidine, probenecid [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valtrex is in the FDA pregnancy category B [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 10%), and decreased platelet counts (3% vs
[link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are also using other drugs which may be harmful to your kidneys such as: aminoglycosides (e [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Following 1g Valtrex, cimetidine and probenecid increase the AUC of aciclovir by this mechanism, and reduce aciclovir renal clearance [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] ciclosporin, tacrolimus) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The usual dose for the first attack is 1 gram twice a day for 10 days [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 1%) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The efficacy of VALTREX for reducing transmission of genital herpes has not been established
in immunocompromised patients and nonheterosexual couples [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] OTHER USES: This medication may be used to prevent or treat other types of viral infections (cytomegalovirus) in certain patient populations [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] There's also no evidence that it will prevent transmission of the disease [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] These events have been chosen for inclusion due to either their seriousness, frequency of reporting, causal connection to VALTREX, or a combination of these factors [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Take the full Valtrex prescription, even if you fe
el better and the symptoms improve [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 5%), and rash (8% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] When treating an outbreak, continue to take this medication until the full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Even during treatment, you can infect other people with herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Suppression of Genital Herpes in HIV-Infected Patients: In HIV-infected patients, frequently reported adverse events for VALTREX (500 mg twice daily; n = 194, median days on therapy = 172) and placebo (n = 99, median days on therapy = 59), respectively, included headache (13% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 8% for patie
nts receiving VALTREX compared with 0 [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] VALTREX has not been shown to reduce transmission of sexually transmitted infections other than HSV-2 [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] It is also used to treat genital herpes in patients with normal immune systems [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] The symptoms may improve before your body's immune system has had a chance to fully fight the infection [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] This is also known as suppressive therapy [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] When using this drug to suppress/control outbr
eaks, take exactly as directed by your doctor [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] There is no cure for herpes, and even with treatment, it may be possible to spread herpes [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Aciclovir is eliminated primarily unchanged in the urine via active tubular secretion [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] 2 Pharmacokinetic Properties) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] When you have symptoms or are experiencing an outbreak, do not have sexual contact with your partner [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Increases in plasma AUCs of aciclovir and of the inactive metabol
ite of mycophenolate mofetil, an immunosuppressant agent used in transplant patients, have been shown when the drugs are coadministered; there is limited clinical experience with the use of this combination [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valtrex comes in a caplet form that you swallow [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Don't buy Valtrex from places like Asia, India or South America or the Caribbean [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] When taking VALTREX for cold sores, treatment should not exceed 1 day (2 doses taken 12 hours apart) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Valtrex doesn't cure the infections, but it can slow down the viruses and prevent them from spreading [link widoczny dla zalogowanych]
Post-randomization laboratory abnormalities that were reported more frequently in valacyclovir subjects versus placebo included elevated alkaline phosphatase (4% vs [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: seizures, loss of consciousness, signs of other infections (e [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] Reduction of Transmission: In a clinical study for the reduction of transmission of genital herpes, the adverse events reported by patients receiving VALTREX 500 mg once daily (n = 743) or placebo once daily (n = 741) included headache (VALTREX 29%, placebo 26%), nasopharyngitis (VALTREX 16%, placebo 15%), and upper respiratory tract infection (VALTREX 9%, placebo 10%) [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] It is not known if VALTREX reduces the risk of spreading genital herpes in same sex couples
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