Valaciclovir

Prescription-only medicine · General · UK online pharmacy

Valaciclovir is an antiviral used to treat and prevent outbreaks of genital herpes and cold sores, and to treat shingles. Dosing depends on whether it is used for an outbreak or for suppression.

Key facts

• Classification: Prescription-only medicine (POM) in the UK
• Treatment category: General
• Price (if prescribed): from £49.99
• Typical supply: 28 days
• Availability: Available following an online consultation
• Prescriber review: every order is assessed by a GPhC-registered pharmacist

How does the online consultation for Valaciclovir work?

1. Complete a confidential online health questionnaire.
2. A GPhC-registered pharmacist reviews your answers and confirms whether the treatment is clinically appropriate.
3. If approved, your medication is dispensed by the pharmacy and delivered in discreet packaging by tracked UK delivery.

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