Can someone allergic to aciclovir take valaciclovir hydrochloride?

iatroX medicinesPublished 22 August 2026Reviewed 22 August 2026

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Answer

No. Allergy to aciclovir or valaciclovir is a contraindication because valaciclovir is converted to aciclovir.

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valaciclovir hydrochloride · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 22 August 2026Reviewed 22 August 2026

The answer

No. Allergy to aciclovir or valaciclovir is a contraindication because valaciclovir is converted to aciclovir.

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