Question 1

Indications?

Accepted Answer

This medication is an antiviral agent, prescribed for herpes zoster (shingles), genital herpes and herpes labialis (cold sores).﻿‍‍‍‍‍‍​​​‍​​​​​​﻿ It slows down the growth and spread of the herpes virus, which is responsible for infection. Valacyclovir is also prescribed for the treatment of chicken pox in children less than 2 years of age.

Question 2

Side Effects?

Accepted Answer

Most Common
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Headache, abdominal pain, pain in the lower back region, weakness, swelling in the face, lip, tongue and throat region.
Respiratory
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Difficulty in breathing.
Skin﻿‍‍‍‍‍‍​​​‍​​​​​​﻿
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Hives and red spots in the skin.
Gastrointestinal
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Bloody diarrhea, vomiting and nausea.
Central Nervous System
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Fainting, drowsiness, mood changes, convulsions, confusion, aggression and

Question 3

Warnings?

Accepted Answer

• It may lead to dehydration, drink adequate water or liquid.
•  Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or﻿‍‍‍‍‍‍​​​‍​​​​​​﻿ kidney impairment, AIDS, severe allergic reactions, elderly, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
•  It may make you drowsy, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
•  Monitor kidney function regularly during first 10 days of tre

Valacyclovir - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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