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What is Valtrex?

Valtrex is an antiviral medication used to treat the current and future outbreaks of cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) in adults. Valtrex contains the active ingredient Valaciclovir and is effective at stopping the herpes simplex virus from reproducing. Valtrex helps to reduce the severity and the length of the outbreak, helping sores heal quicker and prevents new cold sores from forming.

It’s important to note that Valtrex is not a cure for herpes, but suppresses the virus to help control the symptoms and prevent further outbreaks.

How does Valtrex treat cold sores?

Valtrex works by interfering with the herpes virus whilst it reproduces, preventing it from multiplying and reducing the rate of the spread of infection. Valtrex is a prodrug, which means it converts to another substance in the body. Valtrex containing Valaciclovir, converts into Aciclovir when it enters the body.

How do I take Valtrex?

The usual dose to treat cold sores is 4 x 500mg (2000mg) tablets, taken twice a day with water. The second dose should be taken 12 hours (no sooner than 6 hours) after the first dose. You should take Valtrex for the treatment of cold sores for one day (two doses).

It is important to remain hydrated during the course of your treatment to minimise the risk of dehydration.

How effective is Valtrex at treating cold sores?

Valtrex starts working almost immediately after you start taking it and is effective in reducing the healing time and reducing the risk of transmission to other people. Valtrex is also proven to be effective in treating genital herpes and other HSV infections of the skin. Valtrex has also shown to have similar effects in treating cold sores as the comparable treatment, Aciclovir.

What is the difference between Valtrex and Generic Valaciclovir?

Valtrex and Generic Valaciclovir are medically equivalent in strength and efficacy; they both effectively treat cold sores. However, Valtrex is the branded version of Generic Valaciclovir and is consequently more expensive.

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Content last updated: 27 Aug 2024

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"Affordable prescription drugs and swift…"

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Excellent product

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Affordable prescription drugs and swift delivery.


Reviewed on Feefo
"Reliable discreet and perfect for reorder for any occasion!"

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Discreetly packaged in a plain package. Fast delivery and easy to order reliable for repeat orders and always arrives on time.

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It was amazing and so professional arrived in perfect order just in time. Can rely on them weekly so always reorder.


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"Quick and efficient"

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These do the job

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Quick and efficient


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Fast acting tablets for serious out brakes

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Quick delivery


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"Pharmica wonderful service"

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These tablets help settle the cold sore asap , making them less painful and reducing soze and swelling of the lips

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Received my order super quick and pharmica helps out super quick with med issues when the nhs takes days and weeks to get to you


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"Highly recommended"

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Effective and fast delivery! 5*

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Such an easy and straight forward process when you cannot get to a pharmacy! Excellent service.


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they seem to be working to stop a cold sore flare

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Quick and efficient.


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"Very good"

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Nice discount. Good service.

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Good service. Fast delivery.


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"fast delivery and great item really…"

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Great product nothing usually works but this eases the inflammation and helps to reduce the time i have it.

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fast delivery and great item really helps to ease symptoms


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"Medication for holiday"

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This product is excellent and Pharmica can deliver it out to you in a day. It will arrive in discreet packaging perfectly packaged. It is useful to have for any breakouts or for suppression therapy you have to fill in a questionnaire before purchase to ensure you have the right medication.

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With my son going away to Africa in the next week we needed medication such as malaria tablets. Upon ordering the app then suggested other items which he might need such as Imodium for upset stomach and rehydration sachets. The items were delivered the next day in discreet unmarked packaging. All in all very good service!


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