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How long do i need to take valtrex to prevent herpes transmission to my partner? basically how long after i start medication will the risk he reduced? i dont plan on taking it daily, only during sexually active periods?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Herpes suppression: Assuming you have genital herpes due to HSV2 and if say 1-2 weeks between sexually active periods, intermittent treatment is fine. Start valacyclovir (Valtrex) at least a day and preferably 2 days before sex. Taking it intermittently rather than continously, use 1 g daily, not 500 mg. If "sexually active periods" only a few days apart, you may as well take it continuously, which is harmless.

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Answered 12/28/2020

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