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Quote: Originally Posted by innerstrength So far on what I've read, Valtrex is really the only medication that states that it'll reduce the potential of transmission. But if Acyclovir essentially does the same thing which is to reduce OB's/shedding, then can one assume it also has a potential to reduce the chance of transmitting? I've been on Valtrex and just now trying Acyclovir for the first time. My doctor noticed...

Quote: Originally Posted by artgirl87 lippy... I'm sorry I don't know what gave you the impression that I was angry, but I certainly wasn't at all. Just because I offered a different opinion than yours doesn't mean I'm upset with you. I was just saying I know my coldsores are caused by herpes. I could be wrong, but after reading your last post it sort of sounds to me like you're trying to convince yourself that...

I got mine off amazon, I think for 20 something dollars for a pretty tiny bottle, but for me its worth it. It's from north american herb and spice company. I get frequent bad coldsores, so thats a small price to pay to get rid of them as soon as they show up! Also since you only use a few drops at a time it should last for quite awhile.

The benefits would be massive! 1) Know if you are infectious at any given time. 2) Know how well the meds work 3) know how well the diet works 4) Know how accurate those prodromals really are when there is no ob. 5) Protect your partner 6) Know where you actually shed from! 7) Fine tune your lifestyle to keep shedding and obs to a minimum 8 ) Test claims by naturopaths e.g. olive leaf, oregano, tea tree etc etc etc. For some it may perhaps...

Thanks Semika, I had actually had a lump coming up on the inside of my mouth that I knew was an outbreak. I rubbed in oil of oregano and let it sit. I've used oil of oregano before but apparently not for long enough or something because this time within 15 minutes it actually disappeared completely. i had to do be careful not to drool all over myself! haha, it really triggers salivation! I'm completely amazed though with the results.

Ya I understand that but I have been taking it for a while and almost always causes a slight crash in the afternoon... which tends to help me sleep. I looked up drug interactions for it and found none but believe it may be a reason that I have worse digestive problems than previously. Anyway I have little hope anyone will be able to answer my questions about insomnia and anxiety still would like to know if the other medications don't have...

It's been almost 8 months since my diagnosis with GHSV-1 and I've taken daily suppressive Valtrex ever since. I've only had that one primary outbreak, and didn't have any typical blisters, just what felt like a YI. Soooo, I'm thinking of stopping the suppressive therapy and would like to hear from some of you fellow GHSV-1ers and what your anti-viral regimens are like. How long have you had GHSV-1? How long, if at all,...

Hi ntdc, Thanks for your reply. I do have one weeks supply. Sorry, I was a bit fuzzy when I wrote the message. I have a very caring, competent and sympathetic doctor who I believe I can trust. I would be very happy if I could take a one day dose if I start to feel symptoms, or around the time of my very regular period. I'd be over the moon in fact! It has been a bit hard to suddenly get an outbreak again, immediately after I have become...

My doctor prescribed 1 gram Valtrex tablets 2 times a day for 10 days when I had my first outbreak. My boyfriend got the same exact dosage. I would definitely ask for a higher dosage.

When I am dating someone I take 400 mg of Acyclovir (cheaper versus Valtrex) daily. I have been doing so for years with no side effects. Walmart carries Acyclovir for $4 for a 90 prescription. Good luck! JB