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Effective genital herpes treatment

Take control of outbreaks and decrease the risk of transmission with FDA‑approved medication.

  • Outbreaks and preventative treatments available, if prescribed

  • 100% online with no in-person visit

  • Medical provider will get back to you within 24 hours

  • Free online visit

About genital herpes

It's more common than you think.

Genital herpes, caused by viruses HSV-1 or HSV-2, causes painful ulcers on and around the genitals in both men and women. Herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI).

20%

Only 20% of people with genital herpes know they have it.

Treatment for genital herpes

Requires prescription through online visit with a US-licensed healthcare practitioner

Cold Sores Genital Herpes Valacyclovir in Ro bottle

Valacyclovir

Generic Valtrex

Starting at $24*


*with first order discount on a 3-month plan. Total cost varies based on number of doses and shipping frequency

Valacyclovir (generic Valtrex) 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).

Get started

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.

What to expect

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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.

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

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    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.

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    Free and discreet deliveries

    If prescribed, your treatment will arrive at your door in discreet packaging.

  3. Work with your Ro-affiliated provider to find the best treatment plan for your lifestyle.

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    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.

    Here's everything you need to know about how Roman works.

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