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large oblong white scored pill with M123 on one side ## This tablet contains 1gm of Valacyclovir, an antiviral medication most commonly used to treat herpes Simplex and Herpes Zoster. (NDC 0378-4276). Inactive Ingredients: - Ammonia - Hypromelloses - Magnesium Stearate - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Polyethylene Glycols - Propylene Glycol - Shellac - Titanium Dioxide - Ferrosoferric Oxide Common side effects may include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headache. Source: DailyMed ## What is herpes simplex and herpes zoster? how are these transmitted and where on the body does the herpes normally appear? Is this a common sexual/nonsexual outbreak?

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I've been searching everywhere for an answer to this, but does anybody know if it is okay to take Advil with Valacyclovir? My wife's gotten a headache (a reported side effect) and is really wanting to take a pain medication. I have read that individuals should check with their doctor before taking Valacyclovir if they are taking NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen, but I can't seem to find a definite answer if one Advil will be harmful. ## Ibuprofen is not specifically listed as a drug which interacts with Valacyclovir (meaning it is not implicitly described as dangerous to take together with it, whereas other drugs have been mentioned). This does not mean that you shouldn't double check with your doctor or pharmacist, but she should be good to take an Advil, as lo...

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What is the difference between valacyclovir hcl 500mg and valacyclovir 1gm tablets? Why does one have hcl on the prescription bottle and the other just says valacyclovir? ## The only different between what you listed is the dosage, and the HCL just designated the specific chemical salt that medication has been derived from, some places list it on the prescription, and some don't. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## What's the best medicine for shingles. Plus how can I boost my immune system and what should I eat or take to boost my immune system.

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I've been taking Valacyclovir for about 30 days 3 times a day for shingles. I'd like to have a beer or cocktail at dinner with my wife. Would this be ok or not? Have any other patients had any problems mixing the drug and alcohol? ## Indulging in alcohol while taking this medication could cause you to experience more severe side effects than usual, according to NIH warnings, which may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and vomiting. Thus, if your doctor approves of your imbibing, you should make sure that you will not be driving, or operating any dangerous machinery, afterwards. Are you on any other medications?

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What could this be prescribed for? ## Hello, Ann! How are you? The FDA classifies Valacyclovir as an antiviral medication that is used to help prevent recurrences of the herpes virus, this one is usually only used for the genital outbreaks. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Why is Aurobindo added to the prescription Valacyclovir? What is it and is it safe to use? ## Aurobindo is simply the name of the drug manufacturer who made your Valacyclovir. It is not a substance and shouldn't be relevant in that regard. Were you used to taking a different manufacturer's product beforehand? I hope this helps!

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what is it for-----t y ## A white, oval tablet that's scored and has the marking M123 on it in black contains 1gram of Valycyclovir, it is an antiviral that's most commonly used to treat the herpes viruses. Learn more Valacyclovir details here. Where did you find it? ## Very small, round, white pill with m on one side & 123 on the other. Its smaller than or at least as small as a fluoride tablet.. Anyone know what it is? Thinking a drug of some kind. Found in kids room with cellophane of 'k-pins' .?

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I found half of a blue pill. It looks like it may have been scored, can't tell for sure. It has an imprint of either 86, 98, or 96? ## Valacyclovir - 500mg commonly used to treat herpes and other viruses. ## @Doc, From what I can tell, the 500mg Valacyclovir hydrochloride tablet I'm seeing is indeed oblong and blue, but the imprint on it is "F 82". So if it were broken in half there would just be the "82" showing and not any of the prospective numbers that were mentioned by Randi (86, 98, or 96). I guess it all depends on the condition of the pill and how Randi interpreted it in whatever state it was found, but as far as I know, 500mg Valacyclovir is still considered an educated guess and not necessarily the correct answer. Hopefully Randi will post back soon wit...

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White big oblong pill that says M122 in black lettering, the other side is blank. What is it?? ## It was in with my menstrual cycle medication bottle, I didn't think anything of it too yesterday, please find out asap ## This tablet is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 500mgs of Valacyclovir, which is used to suppress genital herpes outbreaks. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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oblong blue pill F on back and 8 3 on front ## I located the pill in description to be Valacyclovir HCL (1 gram). Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug used in the management of herpes simplex and herpes zoster (shingles). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you. ## Could this pill be be used as an illegal substance ## I've received from my pharmacist a dark blue generic pill for my herpes. Ever since taking this pill I've been in extreme pain from diarrhea. I can't take it anymore. I've been on the same meds 4 my herpes 4 about 2 yrs now. But ever since my pharmacy changed manufacturers I've had this problem. Plz plz help me

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How often is m122 usually taken? Once a day? 3 times a day?? ## This tablet is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 500mgs of Valacyclovir, which is used to treat or prevent recurring vaginal herpes outbreaks. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and diarrhea. You should follow your doctor's dosing instructions, but usually, for prevention of outbreaks, it is dosed as 1gram, which would be 2 of these tablets, once daily. Unless you have less than 9 recurrences yearly, then it's just one tablet, once a day. If you can post back with what condition is being treated, I can provide you with more details. Can you please clarify? ## Cold sore treatment. Usually one occurance a year.

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could the m123 will be used if somebody's face is going numb what a doctor prescribe the m123 pill ## Hello, Linda! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 1gram of Valacyclovir. The FDA classifies this medication as an antiviral drug that helps slow the growth and spread of the herpes virus. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Thus no, it wouldn't be used for facial numbness. What was your diagnosis?

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LIGHT BLUE OVAL HAS A VERTICLE LINE ON IT ## This tablet contains 1,000mgs of Valacyclovir, the active ingredient in Valtrex, used to treat several types of Herpes viruses. Common side effects may include: nausea, vomiting, drowsiness and dizziness. Read more: Do you have any other questions? ## I was prescribed valacyclovir for shingles.

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My doctor prescribed me valacyclovir.I took the full dose (2 pills in AM, 2 pills in PM of same day.) That was yesterday. My mouth sore is bigger! I have amoxtrk 875=125 as well as ayclovir 800mg (6 pills) Can I take either of these two prescriptions considering that I took valacyclovr yesterday? I really need this mouth sore to disappear asap!!! ## Hello, Jill! How are you doing? Both Valacyclovir and Acyclovir are only effective against the herpes simplex virus that causes cold sores and, once you've already gotten a cold sore, that initial dose you took on the first day is enough. Taking more by adding the Acyclovir will not do anything, nor will it help it to heal up any faster. Basically, once you have the cold sore, you have the cold sore and the only thing that's going to...

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black letters for M122 white oval pill ## This tablet contains 500mgs of Valacyclovir, an antiviral medication that is most commonly used to treat forms of Herpes. Read more: Do you have any questions? ## hi my name is Renee I have a question about this pill M122. My boyfriend told me he uses this pill because the doctor gave it to him for a infection in his tonsils. Well i read online that this pill is ONLY used for the herpes virus. I'm scared that he's lying to me. Is he telling the truth? Can this pill be used for different infections like in your tonsils?

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What medication can I take with valacyclovir to help with nausea and vomiting? ## Hello, Wendy! How are you? Are you on a short-term dosage to deal with an outbreak, or do you take it regularly as a preventative? For short-term use of higher doses, there likely isn't much that will help, though your doctor may be able to prescribe something for nausea. However, if you're taking it long-term for prevention, then you may do better switching to either Acyclovir or Famcyclovir to see if they cause you less issues. ## Thankyou for your response. I had an outbreak on my mouth a month and a half a go and then 3 more over the next 2 weeks, then a week after that i got them in my nose. Last week i woke up thinking something had scratched my eyeand went to the doc and he said i had a blis...

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WHERE IS THE GENERIC DRUG valacyclovir manufactured (labatories) produced. I what I am getting here in Florida manufactured here in the usa and is that where Walgreens Drug store is getting this product from. ## Hello, Norma! How are you? Where it is actually manufactured doesn't matter. If it is approved for use in the U.S. and available from a licensed U.S. pharmacy, then it must meet the same strict quality and efficacy standards as all other medications. Have you had some problem with them?

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I found a few pills in a baggy on the street, they are capsule shaped pills mark with VC 500 on one side, nothing on the other. I googled them and tried to kfind something and found nothing. ## Valaciclovir ## heey those are for cold sores, I take them ## Based on the description provided, I have identified your pill as Valacyclovir (500 mg); which is an antiviral drug used in the management of herpes simplex, herpes zoster (shingles), and herpes B. It is a prodrug, being converted in vivo to aciclovir. It is marketed by GlaxoSmithKline under the trade names Valtrex and Zelitrex. Infrequent adverse effects (0.1-1% of patients) include: agitation, vertigo, confusion, dizziness, edema, arthralgia, sore throat, constipation, abdominal pain, rash, weakness and/or renal impairment. Rare adve...

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If I'm taking Nitrofur Macr 100 mg for bladder infection, can I also take valacyclovir Hcl 1 also. Is there a drug reaction? I am getting a cold sore and that is why I have this too. Please advise if I can take both.... ## I didn't find any problems or interactions listed between the two, when I ran a check. Learn more Nitrofurantoin details here. Learn more Valacyclovir details here. However, you should always double check such information. How often do you get cold sores?

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What's the difference of both medication? ## Both Valaciclovir and Acivlovir are used to treat the same condtions, since both are antiviral medications, but the Acyclovir is believed to be less Cycotoxic. Learn more Valacyclovir details here. Learn more Acyclovir details here. Have you been given a choice of which one to use?

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What are they 4 worried about my family.. they are being taken with crowds 40 mg tab. If these taken with valacyclovir 500 mg tab. Or valtrex 500mg tabs. Are these pills one for herpies and other antidepressent? If so what if in side effects could occur raising them together? Please let me know. Thank you so so much. ## Both of the tablets you asked about contain 500mgs of Valacyclovir tablet, which is a generic for Valtrex. They are just manufactured by different companies. It is normal for a pharmacy to provide the generic from whatever manufacturer is offering the cheapest price, at the time they have to restock their supply. Is there anything else I can help with? ## What are the symptoms of internal shingles or herpes in a muscle or muscle group

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