{"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","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/aciclovir-tablets-sti-treatment","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}