Valacyclovir - val-ay-SYE-kloe-veer is using to treat the symptoms of herpes zoster - also known as shingles, a herpes virus infection of the skin; it is also using to treat and prevent genital herpes infections. In your body, valacyclovir becomes the anti-herpes drug, acyclovir. Although valacyclovir will not cure shingles or genital herpes, it does help relieve the pain and discomfort and helps the sores heal faster.
Valacyclovir is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada