Acyclovir

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Acyclovir Overview

Acyclovir is an anti-viral medication that can be used to treat chicken pox, shingles and genital herpes. Acyclovir will not cure any of these viruses, but it can help reduce the discomfort and duration of the outbreaks.

Acyclovir is also commonly known as the medication Zovirax. Acyclovir is not a suppressive drug, it is meant only for episodic treatment once a breakout has started to occur. For suppressive therapy Valtrex would be the medication you are seeking.

Acyclovir is best for people who have few and or mild breakouts. Valtrex is best for people who suffer from severe or frequent breakouts. Please remember no matter what medication you might be taking, none of them prevent the spread of herpes.