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Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): The recommended dosage of valacyclovir tablets for the treatment of cold sores in pediatric patients ≥12 years of age is 2 grams twice daily for 1 day
In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth
Valacyclovir (Valtrex), a pro-drug of acyclovir, is taken three times per day, as is famciclovir
Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): Valacyclovir Tablets, USP are indicated for treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis)
2 Pediatric Dosing Recommendations
Valaciclovir, also spelled valacyclovir, is an antiviral medication used to treat outbreaks of herpes simplex or herpes zoster (shingles)
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Plasma elimination half-life of acyclovir after oral administration of valacyclovir averages 2
Valacyclovir 500 mg orally once a day*
* Valacyclovir 500 mg once a day might be less effective than other valacyclovir or acyclovir dosing regimens for persons who have frequent recurrences (i
Immunocompromised patients: 1,000 mg tid for at least 7 days and for 2 days after crusting of lesions
The virus then travels down the associated sensory nerve to the skin, leading to a characteristic dermatomal rash, usually in association with dermatomal pain
Acyclovir is FDA-approved to treat genital herpes and HSV encephalitis
This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal
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Valacyclovir is available in the form of Capsule, Solution, suspension, Tablet, Ointment and Injection
Valacyclovir shortened outbreaks by approximately one day compared with placebo; treatment for one day was as effective as treatment for two days
The recommended dosage of VALTREX for the treatment of cold sores in pediatric patients aged greater than or equal to 12 years is 2 grams twice daily for 1 day taken 12 hours apart