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Does Anyone Else Take Valacyclovir With Treatment To Help Prevent Shingles?

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Pelham, AL
October 12
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I think they are the same. I will ask my daughter

October 12
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Question; is there a difference between Valacyclovir and Acyclovir? Are they both used for prevention of herpes simplex out break /shingles, mouth infections etc. with chemotherapy?

October 12
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Yes, most people take valcyclovir.

October 12

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