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The total price of your cold sores treatment plan may vary based on number of doses and shipping frequency. Complete an online visit to see if prescription treatment is right for you.
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Medical provider will get back to you within 24 hours
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Outbreaks and preventative treatments available
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Requires prescription through online visit with a US-licensed healthcare practitioner
Valacyclovir
Generic Valtrex
Starting at $22*
*for your first order
Valacyclovir is an antiviral medication that is used to treat oral herpes and genital herpes, which are caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). It can also be used to treat varicella zoster virus (VZV).
Valacyclovir isn’t safe for some people and others may need a lower than normal dose to use valacyclovir safely. Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or if your immune system isn’t normal because of a bone marrow or kidney transplant or HIV. Common side effects of valacyclovir include headache, nausea, and abdominal pain. There is no cure for herpes, and even with treatment it may be possible to spread herpes.
About cold sores
It's more common than you think.
Oral herpes (also known as cold sores) are painful sores on or around the lips caused by HSV-1 (and rarely HSV-2).
48%
48% of Americans ages 14–49 have oral herpes.
Yes. We’ll give you accurate information, personalized treatment with scientifically-proven medication, and ongoing care to help you treat outbreaks.
The number of outbreaks may reduce by 70%–80% if taking valacyclovir daily. The risk of viral transmission to an uninfected partner can decrease by 50% by over eight months.
Cold sores
What to expect
Valacyclovir will get to work as soon as the medication is in your system, but the time it takes to see noticeable results varies from person to person.
Treatment updates: If you still don’t see results, your provider may be able to recommend a different treatment plan.
Help with side effects: If you experience side effects, message your provider and they’ll help determine if a different medication or dose is better for you.
How Ro works
01
Online visit
Share your symptoms and medical history in the free online visit. A US-licensed healthcare provider will review your information and will typically get back to you within 24 hours.
02
Free and discreet deliveries
If prescribed, your treatment will arrive at your door in discreet packaging.
03
Ongoing care
Send your provider a message at any time to discuss updating your treatment, address side effects, or answer other treatment-related questions or concerns.
FAQ
Ro is a telemedicine company that provides a discreet, convenient, and affordable way to receive prescription cold sore treatment from a provider—all without leaving the couch. It starts with an online visit. The online visit will ask about your symptoms, medical history, and other basic information. You'll also be asked to upload your ID photo to verify your identity. A provider will review your information to determine if you're a candidate for treatment through telemedicine and craft a personalized treatment plan for you.
Ro-affiliated healthcare providers prescribe valacyclovir (generic Valtrex) to treat cold sores (oral herpes). When used properly, this medication can abort an outbreak at the first sign that one is coming on or lessen its severity.
Your provider may prescribe valacyclovir as a daily treatment to prevent cold sores. This is an off-label use of the drug, which means that the FDA hasn’t approved valacyclovir as a suppressive treatment for cold sores. Healthcare professionals are allowed to prescribe FDA-approved medications for off-label uses if they think it is the best course of treatment for their patients. If you have questions about using valacyclovir for cold sore suppression, talk to your provider.
Cold sore (oral herpes) medication is available, and it works extremely well. But it requires you to dedicate the time to learn about your condition and work with your provider to craft the ideal, personalized treatment plan.
When you do, you can identify your specific symptoms (prodrome) and use your medication to shorten or stop the outbreak from occurring.
Common side effects include headache, nausea, and stomach pain. More serious side effects can occur and are more likely if you have a weakened immune system or are elderly.
For more comprehensive information on side effects that can occur with valacyclovir, see full Important safety information.
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