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25 Οκτ 2023 · Instead, valacyclovir (Valtrex) is the more widely used antiviral for older shingles patients. It requires three doses a day and is generally well tolerated, with few side effects.
5 Απρ 2023 · Elderly people may be more sensitive to some of the side effects of valacyclovir. Rarely, may cause side effects such as agitation, hallucinations, confusion, or seizures. The risk is higher in people with kidney disease and those receiving higher than the recommended dosage of valacyclovir.
26 Σεπ 2023 · Older adults have a higher risk of complications from shingles. The most common complication of shingles is postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). PHN is a continuous, chronic nerve pain that...
22 Ιουλ 2024 · Along with its needed effects, valacyclovir (the active ingredient contained in Valtrex) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
19 Ιουν 2024 · The most common side effects of valacyclovir are listed below. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of these side effects that bother you. Headache; Nausea; Stomach pain; There may...
1 Φεβ 2024 · Valacyclovir works best if it is used within 48 hours after the first symptoms of shingles or genital herpes (e.g., pain, burning, or blisters) begin to appear. For recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes, valacyclovir works best if it is used within 24 hours after the symptoms begin to appear.
22 Μαρ 2024 · Stop taking Valtrex and call your doctor right away if you have any signs of a serious side effect that can harm red blood cells, such as: fever, easy bruising or bleeding, red spots on the skin (not related to herpes or chickenpox), bloody diarrhea, vomiting, pale or yellowed skin, weakness, fainting, or urinating less than usual or not at all.
