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Is it ok to take valacyclovir 1 g tablet with bactrim 800-160 mg. i always have some on hand because i tend to get cold sores occasionally throughout the year i have 4 valacyclovir tabs-2tabs 2 times for 1 day?

Q: is it ok to take valacyclovir 1 g tablet with bactrim 800-160 mg. i always have some on hand because i tend to get cold sores occasionally throughout the year i have 4 valacyclovir tabs-2tabs 2 times for 1 day?

: Yes, these medications can safely be taken together.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes, these medications can safely be taken together.

Answered 1/2/2023

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A member asked:

Is it ok to take valacyclovir 1 g tablet with bactrim 800-160 mg. i always have some on hand because i tend to get cold sores occasionally throughout the year i have 4 valacyclovir tabs-2tabs 2 times for 1 day?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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