Acyclovir† 400 mg orally 3 times/day for 7–10 days OR Famciclovir 250 mg orally 3 times/day for 7–10 days OR Valacyclovir 1 gm orally 2 times/day for 7–10 days * Treatment can be extended if healing is incomplete after 10 days of therapy
acyclovir is not phosphorylated in uninfected cells, resulting in a favorable adverse effect profile
For all uses of Zovirax (acyclovir capsules and tablets): Tell all of your health care providers that you take Zovirax (acyclovir capsules and tablets)
Valacyclovir is an antiviral prodrug that is rapidly converted into acyclovir in the body
Dry lips
These can include the antiviral medications acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir
Acyclovir capsules, tablets, and oral suspension may be taken with meals or on an empty stomach
oseltamivir phosphate (available as a generic version or under the trade name Tamiflu®), baloxavir marboxil (trade name Xofluza®)
Antivirals also lower the risk of getting or spreading viruses that cause herpes and HIV
Cephalosporins generally cause few side effects
The recommended dosage for treating cold sores is two 2-gram (g) doses Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome Our Sitavig (acyclovir) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication
Shakiness
For example, taking a cough medicine ( antitussive) and a drug to help you sleep (sedative Uses for Zovirax
Acyclovir is an oxopurine that is guanine substituted by a (2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl substituent at position 9
Velcade injection is a type of targeted cancer drug called a proteasome inhibitor