Shingles, medically known as herpes zoster, can spread to the face or the eyes. When a shingles outbreak takes place in the eye, a patient is at great risk for long-term complications, such as vision loss. Aggressively treating shingles with

Viral infections are notoriously difficult to treat, and the herpes simplex viruses (HSV) are particularly stubborn. The two types of herpes virus each infect different parts of the body. Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) infects the mouth and usually causes cold

Prices for Valtrex and valacyclovir were unchanged at CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart from August through December 2020. However, you could save time by ordering those drugs online from eDrugstore.com.The prices of Valtrex and valacyclovir held steady at CVS, Walgreens, and

Prices of acyclovir at CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart in December 2020 are unchanged from their previous price points, ranging from a low of $0.76 to a high of $1.08. However, prices at eDrugstore.com are competitive and include a number of

An estimated 1 in 6 people aged 14 to 49 currently live with genital herpes. Though it is surprisingly common, many people are unaware of their active infection or the risks associated with transmission. This virus is easily spread through

The stigma surrounding sexually transmitted infections can prevent people from fully enjoying their sex lives.Approximately 20 million sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are reported each year in the United States. Despite being so common, many people still have questions about STIs

The average prices of antiviral medications Valtrex, valacyclovir, and acyclovir were mixed in March 2020. However, all three were down sharply from their mid-2019 levels.  If you’ve been infected with the herpes simplex virus 1 or HSV2, you probably already know

Early 2020 prices for the antiviral medications acyclovir, valacyclovir, and Valtrex are down sharply from where they were in July 2019. Now might be a good time to stock up on these drugs that reduce the frequency and severity of

Two potential vaccines against infection with herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 make progress toward human trials. For now, the best available treatment for these infections comes from the antiviral agents acyclovir and valacyclovir (Valtrex).  The quest for a vaccine effective

Prices for Valtrex and valacyclovir experienced a bit of volatility in August at both CVS and Walgreens but otherwise were remarkably stable throughout the second half of 2019. Walmart’s prices for the drugs were unchanged during the six-month period. Prices for