• Valkon 1000mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of herpes labialis, genital herpes infection, and herpes zoster infections
• It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells and clears up the infection
• Valkon 1000mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
• It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible
• However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule
• Do not double the dose
• You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage
• It may lead to a few common side effects like headache, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, itching (pruritus), and abdominal pain
• Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration
• Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Uses of Valkon 1000mg Tablet

• In Herpes labialis Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip
• Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores
• The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes
• Valkon 1000mg Tablet can speed up the healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores
• In Genital herpes infection Genital herpes infection is a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores
• It can affect both men and women
• Symptoms include pain, itching, and irritation
• Valkon 1000mg Tablet helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents the multiplication of the infection-causing virus
• In Herpes zoster Herpes zoster infection is a viral infection that causes a painful rash
• Valkon 1000mg Tablet can shorten the length and severity of the infection
• It is most effective if you start taking it as soon as possible after the rash appears
• Keeping the immune system healthy is the best way to prevent it
• Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing herpes zoster infection.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Valkon 1000mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Common and Known Side effects of Valkon 1000mg Tablet

• Headache
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Itching
• Diarrhea