Is Acyclovir 400mg safe for treating herpes and shingles?
I've been prescribed Acyclovir 400mg tablets for a recent outbreak of herpes. I've read the side effects list and it's got me a bit worried. Has anyone else taken this medication? How was your experience? Were the side effects manageable? I'm particularly concerned about the severe side effects like confusion and seizures. What should I do if I experience any of these? And what are the common side effects you've encountered?
Is Acyclovir 400mg safe for treating herpes and shingles?
I've been prescribed Acyclovir 400mg tablets for a recent outbreak of herpes. I've read the side effects list and it's got me a bit worried. Has anyone else taken this medication? How was your experience? Were the side effects manageable? I'm particularly concerned about the severe side effects like confusion and seizures. What should I do if I experience any of these? And what are the common side effects you've encountered?
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I've heard that drinking plenty of water can help reduce the risk of kidney problems. Just a heads up.
I've had to take acyclovir twice. The first time was for chicken pox, the second time was for shingles. I really hated the nausea the first time, but the second time seemed to go over better. I did find that a few Tylenols really helped with the side effect of the pain, but for me I had to take the acyclovir for 5 days.
I wish I could find something that works better. I've tried Acyclovir and it just doesn't help enough to be worth the side effects. I've tried other antivirals and they've worked better for me.
I've heard that some people experience hallucinations and seizure if you take too much. Always follow your doctor's prescription and try not to take more than you're supposed to. You could always take the smallest dose possible and try to manage the pain of the outbreaks.
I took Acyclovir for a week and it worked well. I wish they sold it over the counter so I could have it on-hand to manage the pain. I didn't have any side effects at all. I think it may work for the treatment of shingles.
I'm on my second round of Acyclovir. The first time, I had no side effects. This time, I've been feeling a bit dizzy and sleepy. I'm gonna call my doctor about it later. But so far, it's been okay.
I've been on Acyclovir for a few years now and it's been great for managing my herpes outbreaks. I've only had minor side effects like headaches and nausea, but they were totally worth it to avoid the pain of an outbreak and manage my skin properly.
I'm currently taking Acyclovir for a herpes outbreak. Fingers crossed that I won't experience any severe side effects. I know that you're supposed to take less than 400mg but I have to take 800mg. I'm hoping it'll work as well for me as it has for others.
I had a bad experience with Acyclovir. I developed a rash and had trouble breathing. I had to stop taking it and go to the ER. Be careful and if you experience any signs of an allergic reaction, go to the hospital right away.