Acyclovir is an episodic medication designed for the treatment of chicken pox,
shingles, and genital herpes. Acyclovir will not cure these diseases but can
effectively treat them once you have suffered a breakout.
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.
