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Is valtrex (valacyclovir) only for genital herpes?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No: It's also used for shingles, oral herpes (cold sores), and herpes that occurs in other areas, such as the anus or skin.

Dr Kuitems and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 6/19/2022

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