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How can i prevent a herpes outbreak to reoccur? on veltrex everyday for a year

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Maybe increase dose: Valacyclovir (Valtrex) is quite effective in reducing the frequency of herpes outbreaks, but not perfect; many people still have outbreaks but at reduced frequency. If that's what's happening, ask your doctor about doubling the dose. The usual dose dose is 500 mg once daily, but 1 g daily often helps and i's harmless (except increased cost). Good luck!

Answered 9/9/2016

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