| Active substance |
Valacyclovir |
| Also known as |
Valaciclovir |
| Blood pressure |
No significant impact |
| Chemical name |
Valacyclovir hydrochloride |
| Dosage (medical) |
500 mg to 1000 mg taken twice daily |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Reduces the duration and severity of herpes virus outbreaks |
| Formula |
C13H20N6O4В·HCl |
| Half-life |
2.5 to 3.3 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk |
| Lab Test |
Not typically required for monitoring |
| Main action |
Inhibits viral DNA replication |
| Side effects |
Nausea, headache, vomiting, dizziness |
| Storage conditions |
Store at 15В°C to 25В°C (59В°F to 77В°F) |
| Strength |
1000mg |
| Substance class |
Antiviral |
| Trade name |
Valtrex |
| Use in sports |
None |
| Water Retention |
Negligible |
| Manufacturer |
Cipla Ltd. |
| Packing |
3 tabs/blister |
