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Is zovirax the suppressive drug for herpes ? how is it different from valtrex (valacyclovir) ?
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Similar: Both are anti-viral medications made by different companies. For the most part, they work equally well. Valtrex (valacyclovir) is advantageous in that you need to take it less often.
Answered 3/16/2017
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