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Famvir – Treat Genital Herpes, Cold Sores, and Shingles
Famvir (famciclovir) is a prescription medication that is taken orally to prevent the outbreak of the herpes virus and to suppress outbreaks. It is also widely used to treat outbreaks of herpes zoster or shingles.
Genital Herpes and Herpes Simplex:
The herpes virus can lie dormant in the body for years after being contracted. When it does surface the area of infection will be noticeably reddened and will have clusters of legions or blisters that can be sensitive to touch, itch, ooze puss and bleed.
Symptoms of Shingles:
Shingles typically appears on the upper torso, looking like narrow red patches that have clusters of blisters or legions on them. They can bleed and ooze and be painful to touch, and if left untreated they can continue to spread on the body.
Difference between Oral and Genital Herpes:
The only difference between these viruses is that they are slightly different strains, one more commonly appearing in on and around the genitals and the anus, and one most commonly found on the mouth in the form of cold sores. They both however, can appear at any place on the body.
How does Famvir Work?
Famvir is a powerful antiviral drug that attacks the herpes simplex virus in your body. It effectively slows the virus down enough so that the body can naturally react with its own defenses, limiting the duration of symptoms and even preventing future outbreaks from occurring.
What are Famvir Side Effects?
There are some rare, yet potential side effects that can occur when you are taking this drug, they include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Tingling in hands
- Tingling in feet
- Itching
- In rare cases, a potentially serious allergic reaction can occur which can include the following symptoms: breathing difficulty, swelling of the lips, swelling of the mouth, swelling of the tongue, swelling of the face or an outbreak of hives—if you experience any of these rare yet serious side effects, STOP taking Famvir and seek immediate medical attention.
Famvir Precautions:
Always make sure to discuss ALL of the drugs that you are currently taking with your health care practitioner prior to taking this drug, in order to avoid any potentially dangerous interactions from occurring. Those who currently suffer from kidney disease may not be able to take this drug. Women who are pregnant or nursing should tell their doctor before taking Famvir. If you miss a dose of this drug, take it at the first chance you get and keep taking your other schedule doses. Only take this drug as directed to by a physician.
