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I'm taking valcyclovir 500mg once a day. is it possible to up my dosage during an outbreak?
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Increasing : Dose during a recurrent outbreak may be needed, but discuss this with your prescribing doctor, to ensure you do it appropriately and in a safe manner.
Answered 10/26/2013
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