Valacyclovir Oral belongs to the class of Purine Nucleoside Analog of Anti-viral drugs. This medicine is especially prescribed to suppress the growth and spreading of Herpes. In the meantime, body prepares to fight against the intruder. Valacyclovir Oral is used for the management of cold sores, genital herpes, shingles and chicken pox. This anti-viral medicine does not cure viral infection but suppresses the symptoms like itching, rash, pain and prevents formation of new sores at surrounding sites. The side effects of Valacyclovir Oral include - Sadness and anxiety - Nausea and vomiting - Trouble sleeping - Malaise - Fatigue and exhaustion - Diarrhea - Loss of appetite - Irritability - Loss of interest and pleasure - Headache Valacyclovir Oral interacts with the following drugs. - NSAIDs e.g. Ibuprofen, Naproxen - Drugs containing Acyclovir

I’ve seen people do better with acyclovir.