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Valacyclovir is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Valacyclovir is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Valacyclovir safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Valacyclovir in pregnant women.
Is the use of Valacyclovir safe during breastfeeding?
Valacyclovir is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Valacyclovir on the Kidneys?
Valacyclovir may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valacyclovir on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Valacyclovir on the liver.
What is the effect of Valacyclovir on the Heart?
Valacyclovir is rarely harmful for the heart.
Valacyclovir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valacyclovir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valacyclovir habit forming or addictive?
Valacyclovir is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Valacyclovir as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Valacyclovir is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Valacyclovir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Valacyclovir
Taking Valacyclovir with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valacyclovir
Information about the interaction of Valacyclovir and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1239
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 800
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Valtrex® (valacyclovir hydrochloride)