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Treatment for Herpes Simplex Viruses


There is no cure for herpes. Attempts to develop an effective herpes vaccine have not been successful.

Treatment for herpes simplex is not necessary because it is self-limiting. Oral antiviral medications like famciclovir (Famvir®), valacyclovir (Valtrex®) and acyclovir (Zovirax®) may be given to treat recurrent episodes or to prevent recurrent outbreaks, especially in patients who experience recurrences every 2 months or less.

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