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What Are The Side Effects Of Valacyclovir Taken For Recurrent Shingles?
Question: I've been prescribed one 1gm tablet valacyclovir daily for reaccuring shingles. What are the side effects?
Brief Answer:
Various side effects
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Valacyclovir can cause different side effects in different individuals as they respond differently. However, the most common side effects encountered include body aches or pain, muscle cramps or pain, ear or node congestion, sore throat, stuffy or a runny nose, joint pain, loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping and depressed mood.
I hope you find this helpful.
Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman
Internal Medicine Specialist
Various side effects
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Valacyclovir can cause different side effects in different individuals as they respond differently. However, the most common side effects encountered include body aches or pain, muscle cramps or pain, ear or node congestion, sore throat, stuffy or a runny nose, joint pain, loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping and depressed mood.
I hope you find this helpful.
Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman
Internal Medicine Specialist
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