Generic Valtrex Uses, Interactions, Warnings

Action Mechanism

Generic Valtrex (Valacyclovir) stops the growth and proliferation of certain viruses. However, it does not cure viral infections. It simply palliates viral infections. The viruses that are responsible for causing an infection continue to remain alive in the body, which is why a person is prone to outbreaks. Generic Valtrex decreases the complexity as well as the duration of these outbreaks.

Dosage

• Go through the patient information leaflet available from your doctor before you start taking Generic Valtrex. If you have any doubts, ask your doctor.
• Take the medicine orally, with or without food, as advised by your doctor. Make sure you drink plenty of water while using this medication to lower the risk of side effects.
• The dosage and duration of treatment are based on the type and complexity of infection, medical problem, and response to treatment.
• This drug works better when started at the first outbreak, as recommended by your doctor. It may not work if you delay the treatment. For shingles and chickenpox, take Generic Valtrex at the first symptom or soon after the rash appears. For cold sores and genital herpes, start taking the medication at the first sign such as tingling, itching, or burning.
• Valacyclovir works better when the amount of drug in your body is maintained at a constant level. Therefore, take this drug under the supervision of the medical professional.
• Continue taking this drug until the full prescribed amount is finished. Do not alter your dose, skip any dose, or stop this drug early without your doctors recommendation.

Precautions

• Before taking Generic Valtrex, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any medications. This product may contain inactive drugs that can cause allergic reactions or other health issues.
• Prior to using this antiviral drug, tell your physician your medical history, especially kidney problems
• This drug may cause a mild dizziness. So stay away from driving, using machinery, or doing anything that needs alertness after taking the drug. Also, avoid alcohol during the course of therapy.
• Before undergoing surgery, tell your doctor about all the products you have been using prescription drugs, OTC drugs, and herbal products.
• Stay away from immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Dizziness

NOTE :These are probable side effects of Generic Valtrex. If any of these side effects persist, tell your doctor immediately. Remember that you have been prescribed this medicine by your doctor after considering the benefits that it will provide to you rather than the risk of side effects. Many people using this antiviral medicine do not experience any serious side effects.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effects, such as mental or mood changes, trouble speaking, tremors, signs of kidney issues, etc.