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Can you transmit herpes if you are taking acyclovir everyday?
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Yes: Yes because you could still shed virus.
Answered 11/28/2013
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Reduces risk : Taking low dose suppressive antivirals significantly reduces the risk of transmission of herpes between outbreaks.
Answered 12/19/2014
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