Jamaica, NY
A 32-year-old female asked:
Pregnant in first trimester have first visit with ob gyn next two weeks having a herpes out break should i take my antiviral meds or should i wait?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Thomas Alfreda jranswered
16 years experience
Antiviral: Yes you can take Valtrex (valacyclovir) or acyclovir. Both are category b drugs.
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Dr. Brendan Carrollanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 29 years experience
Ok to take: You may use antivirals, such as acyclovir, during pregnancy.
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Dr. Creighton Likesanswered
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility 20 years experience
Take them: Without a doubt. Call your OB to get the right dosage and right meds. They will probably also keep you on daily suppression to prevent an outbreak around the time of delivery.
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