White Hall, AR
A 21-year-old female asked:
Pregnant with herpes. having really bad outbreaks. taking two valtrex (valacyclovir) a day and its not helping! what can i do?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Shalabh Bansalanswered
Pediatrics 15 years experience
Pregnancy Herpes: Please speak to your obstetrician about pregnancy/delivery plans if having bad herpes outbreaks while on valtrex (valacyclovir).
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A 33-year-old member asked:
How long does it take for genital herpes outbreak to clear up when taking valtrex (valacyclovir)?
Dr. Ray Holtanswered
Family Medicine 30 years experience
Everyone isdifferent: If you start the medication right at the first sign of an outbreak(tingling/burning/pain/feverish) you have a better chance of a quick clearing. Usual... Read More
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Dr. Hunter Handsfield commented
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
For an initial (primary) infection with multiple blisters or sores, it will take several days, even a week or more. For recurrent herpes, improvement should begin within 1-2 days and complete healing in a week or so. For frequently recurring herpes, the best approach usually is continuous treatment with Valtrex to markedly reduce outbreak frequency and risk of transmission.
Mar 2, 2018
A 37-year-old female asked:
Prescribed Valtrex (valacyclovir) bc I tested positive for HSV2 antibodies blood test, but no outbreak - ok to to take even if I may not really have genital herpes?
A Verified Doctoranswered
Family Medicine 35 years experience
It depends: Valtrex (valacyclovir) is to prevent outbreaks to protect you from them and your sex partner. You may still be infectious even when there are no sympt... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
37.5 weeks pregnant with 1 small recurrent herpes lesion (almost disappeared). Now on valtrex (valacyclovir).. How long until i can safely give birth vaginally?
Dr. Gregory Hinesanswered
Family Medicine 26 years experience
Unknown: Most obstetricians would recommend a cesarian section for anyone with genital herpes who has an outbreak in the third trimester, as a precaution again... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Whst is the next line of treatment for genital herpes if u have an outbreak while on a 10 day regimen of valtrex?
Dr. Kenneth Chenganswered
Family Medicine 33 years experience
Other medications: There are multiple anti-viral medications available nand others can be tried when one does not seem effective. See your doctor if you continue to have... Read More
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A 41-year-old male asked:
Can I take terbinafine if I take valtrex . Will taking terbinafine cause me to have a outbreak if I have herpes?
Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
They can be taken together. Terbinifine does not cause herpes outbreaks.
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