Treatment FAQ

how fast does herpes go away with treatment

by Zachary Kessler Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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It can take up to 10 days (or, in some cases, even longer) for herpes blisters to heal even with valacyclovir treatment. This makes it important to start treatment as soon as you notice herpes symptoms. In some cases, your doctor might prescribe valacyclovir for a longer period than 10 days or at a different dosage.Apr 26, 2020

How long after treatment does herpes go away?

From the onset of initial symptoms, herpes takes an average of 2 to 3 weeks to go away with proper treatment.Dec 10, 2020

How long does it take for herpes medicine to work?

Valtrex is not an over-the-counter medication, so if you have a herpes infection, you'll need a prescription. It can take up to seven to 10 days for Valtrex to start working for some people, while others may feel relief from their symptoms after a day or two.

How quickly does valacyclovir work?

For most initial herpes outbreaks and cases of recurring herpes, valacyclovir takes effect very quickly and provides some level of relief in as little as two to three days. Generally, the sooner you take valacyclovir after noticing symptoms, the faster it will be to provide relief.Feb 24, 2020

What happens if you take valacyclovir everyday?

Valacyclovir, taken daily, reduces the number of outbreaks a person experiences and the number of days that someone sheds the virus asymptomatically.

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