Can you drink alcohol while taking Valtrex?

Answer 1

If it's for a short treatment (Valtrex for shingles or herpes treatment), you can take alcohol in small amount (but it will increase side effects). However, if it's a long term treatment (herpes prevention), you may speak with your doctor before taking alcohol to make sure your liver is going well.

Answer 2

Yes it is safe to drink alcohol whilst taking Acyclovir, according to the Society of Sexual Health Advisors, http://www.ssha.info/public/treatments/acyclovir.asp.

Answer 3

Since one of the side-effects of famvir is dizziness and sleepiness, it is not recommended that you ingest alcohol.

Answer 4

absolutely NOT, no alcohol should EVER be consumed while taking any kind of medication!!

Answer 5

Drinking increases the medications side effects.

Answer 6

yes

Answer 7

Yes