How should I taken Valtrex (Valacyclovir)?
• Use Valtrex as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. • Take Valtrex by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation. • Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Valtrex is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions. • To treat cold sores, shingles, or genital herpes, start treatment as soon as possible after your symptoms start. • If treating an acute outbreak, continue using Valtrex for the full course of treatment, even if you feel better in a few days. • For suppressive therapy, Valtrex works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
