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Valtrex Common Cold
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Is Valtrex (valacyclovir) or zovirax better for cold sores?
Either: I'm assuming you're talking about oral Valtrex (valacyclovir) and zovirax (not zovirax cream). Both are effective, but Valtrex (valacyclovir) is more convenient, because it doesn't have to be taken as frequently. My favorite way to treat cold sores is to have the patient take 2 grams of Valtrex (valacyclovir) at the very first sign of an outbreak, and then 2 grams 12 hours later. That two-dose course will shorten the duration of infection. ...Read more
Common Cold (Definition)
Also called an upper respiratory tract infection (URI), this is a condition where the nose or throat is infected by a virus, causing redness and inflammation, runny nose, ...Read more
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Is famvir (famciclovir) effective for cold sores?
Yes: If taken at first sign of outbreak at adaquate dosing(1500mgm as single dose) should be sufficient. ...Read more
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What leads to cold sore, herpes simplex virus?
Yes: An estimated 80% of americans have been exposed to herpes simplex virus type 1. However, not all of those people will get cold sores. It depends on your immune system. Cold sores are painful liquid filled blisters that can occur on the lips, roof of the mouth or the gums which are caused by the herpes simplex virus (hsv-1). Tingling ;/or pain can herald the oncoming of cold sore 1 to 2 days prior. ...Read more
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Are cold sores the herpes virus?
Yes: These can beither HSV1 or HSV2 strain. There are a number of HSV strains. ...Read more
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How effective is Valtrex (valacyclovir) for cold sores?
effective if early: Anri-virals work best if taken when prodrome like tingling occurs. Or of frequent outbreaks then as daily preventative. ...Read more
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How are cold sores, fever blister, mouth sore, and herpes different?
See Link: http://www.happy-with-herpes.com/herpes-in-mouth-symptoms.html.
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How long are cold sores contagious after taking valtrex (valacyclovir)?
As long as sore is : ...Visible. Cold sores are contagious at all stages from the tingling stage to the weeping stage to the scabbing and healing stage. They are most contagious at the weeping stage when fluid comes out. Valtrex (valacyclovir) may shorten the duration of infection, but if the sores are still healing they are contagious. ...Read more
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What type of herpes simplex virus causes cold sores?
Type 1 more common: Cold sores on or near the lips are due to recurrence of herpes type 1 or 2. Herpes viruses, after the initial infection, live in a person's nerves and travel down the nerves to the surface to form blisters that break open, spreading more virus. Type 1 is more common on the lips, and type 2 more common on the genitals. With people engaging in oral sex, either type can be in one or both locations. ...Read more
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Are most first time cold sore outbreaks usually big?
No: No not necessarily but it could be. It might start as an outbreak or just a small lesion. ...Read more
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Which is better Valtrex (valacyclovir) and or zovirax for cold sores?
Both work well!: Everyone responds differently to different anti-viral medications! i usually start by prescribing zovirax (acyclovir) and see how a person responds! i often have the patient take 5 capsules a day and also have them apply the ointment to the lesion topically! if that doesn't help, we'll try valtrex! ...Read more
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Could acyclovir help oral cold sores?
Yes: Acyclovir treats the herpes virus effectively.
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Can reoccuring herpes outbreak cause cold symptoms?
Yes: Yes. However its is very often the other way around. You get a cold, it lowers your immune system and then you get a cold sore. ...Read more
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Could taking the pill cause cold sore outbreaks?
No: There is no reason this would occur. ...Read more
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Is abreva effective in treating cold sores?
Somewhat: Cold sores are viral infections ( herpes simplex i ) and do not respond to antibiotics. The Amino Acid lysine, is very effective at reducing the time to heal. ...Read more
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Are cold sores and fever blisters caused by herpes simplex 1?
Cold sores - HSV1: Yes - cold sores and fever blisters are the same thing and are most commonly caused by HSV-1. Rarely, HSV-2 can cause oral herpes given the increased practices of oral sex compared with decades ago (i.e. the 1950s). You will note STRESS causes these to come out (for example after a fever from another illness), so best to keep stress levels to an absolute minimum. These are infectious to others BTW ...Read more
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Canker* sores, not cold sores (aka feverblisters)related to herpes simplex type 1, what to do?
Herpetic lesions: Canker sores of herpetic origin can be treated palliatively to give relief from the soreness. Abreva is an over-the counter topical gel/medication that you can purchase at your pharmacy that will reduce the length of time that the lesion is active. Your dentist or physician can also prescribe an anti-viral drug (ie. Acyclovir) that can also reduce the length of time and/or onset of appearance. ...Read more
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What can you do to prevent cold sores HSV 1 cold sore treatment and prevention (oral herpes)?
Reduce stress: Cold sores are from a virus that is permanently in your "system" and comes out when you're stressed, lack of sleep, minor trauma, lowered resistance, etc. Once you've got one, you'll always have it. Often treated by a dentist using s soft tissue laser (without actually touching the sore) & makes them heal faster. See your md if medical issues exist. ...Read more
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Will using abreva cause a cold sore?
Don't use any one: Else's medications. New abreva should not cause a cold sore but hopefully will help it. ...Read more
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Can lip picking with no cold sores cause genital herpes?
No: Once someone has been infected with herpes more than a few months, the virus they is not transmitted to other body areas. Even with active cold sores, herpes is never transmitted to a person's own genital area. Don't worry about it. ...Read more
Valacyclovir (Definition)
Valacyclovir is a herpes viruses agent which is a kind of anti-viral ...Read more
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