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A member asked:

Is it okay to not use condoms when he is taking daily valtrex (valacyclovir)?

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Dr. Thomas Riney answered

No: Many other diseases like hpv, syphillis and clamydia do not respond to this med.

Dr Enriquez agreed

Answered 10/6/2013

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My partner has herpes and I do not. Is there any medication I can take like valtrex to reduce my risk of getting infected? I dont want to rely completely on my partner taking medication and condoms I would like to take medication too if possible?

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I'm a 49 year old bisexual man. My new boyfriend, same age, has herpes. My boyfriend got them in his 20s and is on valtrex. if we use a condom and I also take valtrex am I safe? I've taken valtrex before for cold sores, I get 1 a year now?

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