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Reviewed on February 08, 2023. by
Dr Daniel Atkinson
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Registered with GMC (No. 4624794)
Next review due on February 08, 2025.
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Famvir can provide relief from outbreaks of genital herpes, and prevent future outbreaks when taken as directed by a clinician.
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Famvir is an antiviral medication that treats genital herpes and shingles. Genital herpes is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV: type 1 and type 2. Both types can cause painful blisters and ulcers during an active outbreak, but it often presents without any symptoms at all.
HSV-1 is usually the culprit for cold sores that appear around your mouth. It can also cause genital herpes. People who have genital herpes caused by HSV-1 don’t usually have frequent outbreaks. But genital herpes caused by HSV-2 often leads to recurrent outbreaks that happen more often.
Each type of genital herpes can be spread through sexual contact, but contact with bodily fluids and skin can also transmit the infection. There isn’t a cure for herpes, so if you have it you can’t get rid of it. Treatments like Famvir help to treat the symptoms and prevent you from transmitting it to someone else.[1]
How does Famvir work?
Famvir prevents viruses like HSV from multiplying so that outbreaks are shorter and less severe. It may also reduce the unpleasant side effects from an outbreak like itching and burning. There’s no cure for HSV, but Famvir helps people manage their symptoms and prevents uncomfortable outbreaks.
What doses of Famvir are there?
You can get Famvir in three different doses: 125 mg, 250 mg, and 500 mg. Each dose has a specific indication for treating genital herpes.
During your first outbreak, our clinician will normally prescribe 250 mg of Famvir three times a day for five days. Subsequent outbreaks can be treated with 125 mg of Famvir twice a day for five days. You may also be prescribed a treatment to prevent future outbreaks. In most cases, this is 250 mg twice a day. People who are immunocompromised will need 500 mg whether they’re treating an outbreak or trying to prevent outbreaks.
This page was written by The Treated Content Team.
This page was medically reviewed by Dr Daniel Atkinson on February 08, 2023. Next review due on February 08, 2025.
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How to take Famvir
Famvir needs to be taken at specific intervals to provide adequate treatment for genital herpes. You should take it at the very first sign of an outbreak for best results. Taking it is convenient and easy. Simply swallow your pill whole with water. Don’t chew, crush, or split your pills.
If you are experiencing an outbreak of genital herpes, refrain from all sexual contact. You are much more likely to spread herpes during an outbreak.
How long does it take Famvir to work?
Your symptoms of genital herpes should improve within 72 hours of beginning Famvir treatment. If you’re not seeing an improvement in your condition by the end of your Famvir treatment, let our clinician know. There may be another medication that can help.
What should I do if I make a mistake when taking Famvir?
Forgetting to take Famvir can reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. Take your missed Famvir as soon as you remember it. Don’t take two doses within an hour, and avoid taking twice the amount to make up for a missed dose.
You should seek immediate medical treatment if you’ve taken too much Famvir. It can cause damage to your kidneys. People who have kidney issues are at increased risk of kidney failure if they take too much Famvir.
This page was written by The Treated Content Team.
This page was medically reviewed by Dr Daniel Atkinson on February 08, 2023. Next review due on February 08, 2025.
How we source info.
When we present you with stats, data, opinion or a consensus, we’ll tell you where this came from. And we’ll only present data as clinically reliable if it’s come from a reputable source, such as a state or government-funded health body, a peer-reviewed medical journal, or a recognised analytics or data body. Read more in our editorial policy.
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FAQ: Famvir
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How is Famvir different from other treatments for genital herpes?
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Famvir lasts longer inside your body than other antiviral medications. As a result, it doesn’t need to be taken as frequently, making it a more convenient treatment option for genital herpes.
Is Famvir similar to any other treatments?
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There is a generic version of Famvir available called famciclovir. It’s the same medication, but it’s cheaper since it’s the generic option, and the packaging and the appearance of the tablets may be different. You can get all the same doses of famciclovir that you can get of Famvir.
Which version of Famvir should I use?
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The dose of Famvir that is right for you depends on your personal medical history. If you are immunocompromised, you’ll need the highest dose of Famvir to treat or prevent genital herpes outbreaks. People with fully functional immune systems need different doses depending on the stage of their genital herpes infection.
If it’s your first outbreak of genital herpes, our clinician will usually prescribe 250 mg of Famvir three times a day for five days.
Subsequent outbreaks will require 125 mg of Famvir twice a day for five days.
For prevention of genital herpes outbreaks, our clinician will normally prescribe 250 mg twice a day, every day.
Depending on your preference and the severity of your genital herpes, our clinician may prescribe it for use during outbreaks or to prevent outbreaks.
How effective is Famvir?
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When you take Famvir as directed, it’s a very effective treatment for genital herpes. Up to 86% of people who take Famvir don’t have a recurrent outbreak of genital herpes within six months. [1] People who take Famvir tolerate it well. Most side effects are mild and don’t prevent adherence to the treatment protocol.
Why should I buy Famvir online with Treated?
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Treated makes it easy to get the medications you need. Talk to us about your health, and get treatment options which are personalised for you. You can then choose your medication from our options. We’ll reach out to you to find out how you’re getting on with your treatment. And if you’ve got any questions about your medication, our clinicians are on hand to help. You just need to sign in to your account and send them a message.
Do I need a prescription for Famvir?
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Yes. It’s a prescription only treatment, and you’ll need to be monitored by our clinician whilst taking Famvir. If you’re not getting relief from an outbreak whilst using Famvir, our clinician may want to extend the length of your treatment or switch you to another treatment.
Treated trusted sources:
Diaz-Mitoma, F. (1998). Oral Famciclovir for the Suppression of Recurrent Genital HerpesA Randomized Controlled Trial. JAMA, 280(10), p.887
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