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Treatment for Genital Herpes, Chicken Pox and Shingles
Acyclovir (Zovirax) is a prescription antiviral drug which is commonly prescribed to treat and prevent outbreaks of the herpes simplex virus. It can also be used to treat outbreaks of both chicken pox and shingles. Once-daily Valtrex is another medication that can help reduce the number of genital herpes outbreaks
Genital Herpes and Herpes Simplex:
The herpes virus is a tricky one that can lay dormant for years before surfacing. Herpes simplex 1 generally shows outbreaks of sores near in and around the genitals, while herpes simplex 2 usually shows signs and outbreaks near the mouth, lips, cheeks and tongue; it should be noted that either simplex 1 or 2 can infect all areas of the body.
Symptoms of Shingles:
There are several classic symptoms of shingles which include:
- Headache
- Sensitivity to light
- Flu-like symptoms
- Rash involving clusters of blisters
Difference between Oral and Genital Herpes:
These are just different strains of the same virus; they actually both can infect parts of the body equally, showing up in outbreaks as legions and sores in and around the mouth and genitals, and anus. Both strains are equally contagious and very easy to transmit to another person.
How does Acyclovir Work?
This drug works by targeting the herpes simplex virus in the infected cells and preventing it from further spreading in the system. It has the best results when taken at the first signs of a herpes outbreak and can limit the duration and the symptoms of an outbreak.
What are Acyclovir’s Side Effects?
While the side effects rarely occur when taking this drug, there are some that can potentially occur including:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- In very rare cases, these serious side effects occurred: anxiety, agitation, slowed-thinking, confusion, hallucinations, dizziness, trouble speaking, sleepiness, tingling, numbness of the hands or the feet, vision changes, loss of consciousness, seizures, swollen glands, pink or red coloration of urine, fever, sore throat or other signs of infection, yellowing of the skin and or eyes and dark urine—if you experience any of these very rare yet very serious side effects, STOP taking Acyclovir and seek immediate medical treatment.
Acyclovir Precautions:
Always tell your doctor about all the drugs you are taking to avoid any potential interactions from occurring. Nursing women may not be able to take this drug as it can be secreted in the breast milk of a mother. People who suffer from kidney disease may not be able to take this drug because the body processes the drug in the kidneys. Always talk to your doctor and make sure that this drug is the right drug for your situation.
