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Is Valacyclovir The Right Medicine For Shingles?

Woke up this a.m with patch of shingles. Back has been bothering mefor about 4 days. Doc has confirmed Singles, forgot to ask about the prescription: Valacyclovir 1GM - 21 day supply; will this prevent further outbreak? (I m 74 years old) YYYY@YYYY

posted on Sat, 21 Feb 2015

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