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Brand Names: Valtrex
Generic Name: Valacyclovir

What is Valacyclovir? Valacyclovir is used to treat herpes zoster (shingles) and genital herpes. It does not cure herpes infections but decreases pain and itching, helps sores to heal, and prevents new ones from forming.

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Reasons Taken

10 patients in the community are taking or have taken Valacyclovir.

Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Other 6 60%
Herpes zoster 2 20%
Support another treatment 1 10%
General health 1 10%

Dosages

Based on the patients currently taking Valacyclovir.

  0 As needed 1 g As needed 1000 mg As needed 2 g Daily 500 mg Daily 1000 mg Daily
  1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 1 Number of Patients: 1 3 Number of Patients: 3 1 Number of Patients: 1  

Duration

How long current patients have been taking Valacyclovir or how long patients were taking Valacyclovir before stopping.

Currently taking Valacyclovir

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
0
0
1
0
1
4

Stopped taking Valacyclovir

0-1 month 1-3 months 3-6 months 6 months-1year 1-2 years 2 years or more
1
0
0
1
0
0
Why Patients Stopped Taking Valacyclovir (multiple reasons could be selected)
Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Other 1 50% Other: 50%
Course of treatment ended 1 50% Course of treatment ended: 50%


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