{"title":"Genital herpes treatment","description":"\u003cp\u003e##accordion-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWhy do you get herpes sores?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003eHerpes sores appear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003eas one of the symptoms of genital herpes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003eThey’re\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e the result of burst blisters that can appear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003earound your pubic area as a part of the infection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003eAfter treatment, herpes will stay in a nearby nerve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e to where the blisters appeared and will cause more when there is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e another outbreak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW246599248 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWhat causes herpes outbreaks?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eHerpes outbreaks can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003ebe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003etotally random\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e, though there are several triggers that can make them more likely to happen. These can include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eHormonal changes – i.e. during your period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eIllness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eWeakening of your immune system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eGenital friction – i.e. from tight clothing or sex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eDrinking and smoking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eStress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003eTry to find ways to limit these triggers. When you experience an outbreak \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003emake sure you talk to your GP to recommend suitable treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW116475901 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eHow do you get herpes?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW149699565 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW149699565 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW149699565 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149699565 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003eGenital herpes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e highly contagious and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e transmitted through intimate skin-to-skin contact. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003eIf the herpes simplex virus already exists on your skin it can be passed to another person via the moist skin around your mouth, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003egenitals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e or anus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e It can also be spread by sharing sex toys if they \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003ehaven’t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75843065 BCX0\"\u003e been washed between uses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCan herpes kill you?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW13132210 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003eGenital herpes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003eis unlikely to kill you, though its symptoms can be painful and annoying if they are left untreated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003eHowever, herpes can be a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003emore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003eserious condition if you have a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003econdition that affects your immune system like HIV \/ AIDS. If that is the case, speak to your GP about further treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW214453877 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eDoes herpes go away?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW194619948 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW194619948 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW194619948 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW194619948 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003eSadly, herpes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003ewon’t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e ‘go away’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003eonce the herpes virus is in your system it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003ewon’t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e leave. However, you can still have a normal life even if you have herpes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003eTreat any flare-ups if and when they happen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e and be open and honest about your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003estatus with any present or future sexual partners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559739\":0,\"469777462\":[2866],\"469777927\":[0],\"469777928\":[1]}' class=\"EOP SCXW4143310 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eHow long can you have herpes without knowing?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003eAs there is no standard or set time \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003efor genital herpes to outbreak or appear, you could theoretically go for years without knowing you have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003eit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003eIt’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003e even possible to pass on herpes if you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003edon’t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003e have symptoms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003e. Stay aware of your sexual history and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003euse a condom or dental dam if \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003eyou’re\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW4342777 BCX0\"\u003eunsure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eReferences\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages for illustrative purposes only. Posed by models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##accordion-end##\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aciclovir-sti-treatment","title":"Genital herpes treatment (Aciclovir)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat are Aciclovir tablets?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAciclovir tablets are used to treat genital herpes outbreaks and symptoms. Sometimes spelt as Acyclovir, the tablets reduce the severity of the blisters caused by herpes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have previously been diagnosed with genital herpes you can select your preference for a single or double course of treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does Aciclovir work as a treatment for genital herpes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAciclovir is an antiviral that works to prevent the herpes virus from multiplying. This reduces the severity of the infection. Although no treatment will fully cure herpes it can help to manage outbreaks. Making them shorter and less uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take Aciclovir tablets for genital herpes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking genital herpes treatment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart taking Aciclovir as soon as you feel an outbreak starting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake 1 tablet 3 times a day for 5 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can take Aciclovir with or without food. You should drink plenty of liquids while taking this treatment.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure to complete the course of treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you haven't been diagnosed with herpes previously but think you may have herpes, use our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gp-photo-service\"\u003ephoto assessment service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow effective is Aciclovir for genital herpes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis treatment is for acute outbreaks of genital herpes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf taken within 5 days of the start of an outbreak, Aciclovir should shorten your outbreak by 1-2 days and make the symptoms less severe. It might even prevent the outbreak if taken early enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no cure for herpes, so it may return. This treatment does not affect how often you get future outbreaks, or how severe they will be. However, you can minimise the inconvenience and discomfort of the outbreaks by considering \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aciclovir-tablets-sti-treatment\"\u003eherpes suppression treatment\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects of Aciclovir tablets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small number of people will experience some side effects when taking Aciclovir, however these are generally mild and should pass quickly. These may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDizziness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNausea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhoea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiredness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/4335\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your \u003ca href=\"\/account\"\u003eaccount\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"400mg \/ Single course","offer_id":42726838829244,"sku":"390","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mg \/ Double course","offer_id":42726838862012,"sku":"391","price":26.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Aciclovir_Herpes_treatment.jpg?v=1743591349"},{"product_id":"instillagel-sti-treatment","title":"Herpes gel - Instillagel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Instillagel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstillagel is an effective anaesthetic herpes gel. It helps to reduce the pain caused by a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/sexual-health-advice\/what-does-herpes-look-like-causes-symptoms\"\u003eherpes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoutbreak. Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that causes painful blisters around the genitals. Genital herpes can’t be cured, however symptoms flare-up into an outbreak. Instillagel can be used alongside other genital herpes treatments to ease pain, discomfort and irritation.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does Instillagel work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstillagel, is a local anaesthetic gel. It numbs the area its applied to reducing pain and discomfort. Its active ingredient is lidocaine hydrochloride 5%, which works as soon as its applied. The numbing effects can last up to 4 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Instillagel as a local anaesthetic gel for herpes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash and dry the affected area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the gel as needed to the affected area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands afterwards.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow effective is Instillagel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstillagel works immediately to ease pain, irritation and numb parts of the body its applied to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstillagel does not affect the duration or severity of a herpes outbreak. When used on its own or with other treatments it can help make flare-ups more managable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects of Instillagel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome people might experience an allergic rash or local skin irritation when using the gel. Other possible side effects include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious allergic reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow blood pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in heart rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/mhraproductsprod.blob.core.windows.net\/docs-20200316\/8b2fdd750d6398927aac24fa4880e7e119936db4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your account.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"lidocaine hydrochloride 5% \/ 1 Tube","offer_id":42726839025852,"sku":"134","price":26.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/files\/Herpes_local_anaesthetic_gel.webp?v=1742461922"},{"product_id":"aciclovir-tablets-sti-treatment","title":"Herpes suppression treatment (Aciclovir)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is herpes suppression treatment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenital herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that causes an uncomfortable rash of red blisters. Herpes can’t be cured and won’t go away with treatment; however, the symptoms can be managed. Herpes outbreaks repeatedly happen, usually every couple of months. If you want to prevent or reduce the frequency of these outbreaks you can take herpes suppression treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow herpes suppression tablets work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAciclovir is an antiviral that works to prevent the herpes virus from multiplying. Taking it regularly reduces the frequency of genital herpes outbreaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take Aciclovir for herpes suppression\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 tablet 2 times a day for 3 months. We usually recommend that you continue Aciclovir herpes suppression treatment for 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you forget to take a tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's nearly time for your next one, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 tablets to make up for a forgotten dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow effective is herpes suppression treatment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have 6 or more outbreaks of genital herpes per year, this treatment should result in fewer, less severe or even no outbreaks. Aciclovir suppression treatment is only effective if taken regularly and correctly, as prescribed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aciclovir-sti-treatment\"\u003eAciclovir tablets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecould also be used to reduce the severity of blisters.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects of herpes suppression treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small number of people will experience some side effects when taking Aciclovir, however these are generally mild and should pass quickly. These may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDizziness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNausea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVomiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhoea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStomach pains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiredness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRash \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/4335\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your account.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"400mg \/ 3 Months","offer_id":42726839091388,"sku":"208","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Aciclovir_Herpes_suppression_treatment.jpg?v=1744200777"},{"product_id":"gp-photo-service","title":"Genital photo assessment service","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to use the service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will ask you a few questions about your symptoms in the online consultation. You can then upload your photos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpload 2 photographs taken from slightly different angles. Ideally take 1 close up and the second from further away, with the whole area in frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe file you upload needs to be .jpeg or .png for us to assess it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaking a good photograph\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs should be in focus and have a resolution of at least three megapixels. If you're using your mobile to take the photo, double-check the resolution. It's best not to use the flash on your camera as this can make the picture too bright to see clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiagnosing a condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe aim to assess your photograph within one working day. We will contact you with advice about your photo via your account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe may be able to diagnose genital warts, herpes, fungal rash, molluscum contagiosum and cysts. We'll also be able to tell you if there's nothing to worry about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally we are unable to diagnose your condition and will advise you to visit your GP or visit a sexual health clinic. Because you're paying for our professional advice rather than for the guarantee of a diagnosis, we're unable to make a refund in this instance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTreatment options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the diagnosis, we will recommend the best course of action. This could be a particular treatment, some of which are available from our service, or advice to visit your local GP or sexual health clinic for treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIf there's no diagnosis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, we are occasionally unable to diagnose conditions via our photo assessment service. If that happens, we will advise you to visit your GP.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"1 Consultation","offer_id":42726842368188,"sku":"1525","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/files\/Frame_21877.png?v=1785928461"}],"url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/collections\/genital-herpes-sti-treatment.oembed","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}