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What is the best medication for herpes and could i get prescribed some?

Q: what is the best medication for herpes and could i get prescribed some?

: acyclovir and valacyclovir are the common medications. The medications require a diagnosis to prescribe. See a doctor in person

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

acyclovir and valacyclovir are the common medications. The medications require a diagnosis to prescribe. See a doctor in person

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/22/2021

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A member asked:

What is the best medication for herpes and could i get prescribed some?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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