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Currently taking valacyclovir for daily suppressive therapy (hsv-2) it's making me feel suicidal. is there something else i can take daily?
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Suicide feeling: Yes there is other medication. Stop valacyclovir immediately and call your doctor for appointment to discuss this.
Answered 10/8/2013
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