"Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
Prodrug rapidly converted to the active drug acyclovir. More expensive but has a more convenient dosing regimen than acyclovir.
DosingInteractionsContraindicationsPrecautionsAdul t
Herpes labialis: 2000 mg PO q12h for 24 h (must be taken at first sign of symptoms/prodrome)"
"Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
Prodrug rapidly converted to the active drug acyclovir. More expensive but has a more convenient dosing regimen than acyclovir.
DosingInteractionsContraindicationsPrecautionsAdul t
First episode herpes simplex: 1 g bid for 10 d, preferably beginning within 48 h of onset
First episode herpes simplex: 1 g bid for 10 d, preferably beginning within 48 h of onset
Recurrent episode herpes simplex: 500 mg bid for 5 d beginning within 24 h of onset"
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