| Prescription antivirals to treat herpes simplex include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir. |
| The antiviral drugs acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir may reduce symptoms if started within three days of getting the rash. |
| Acyclovir, valaciclovir, and famciclovir should be used to reduce the severity and duration of episodes. |
| The approval of famciclovir for the new indication will benefit patients by providing a new option for treatment of herpes simplex. |
| Drugs like aciclovir, valaciclovir and famciclovir are sometimes needed to treat complicating herpes simplex infections. |
| Products based on antiviral substances such as aciclovir, penciclovir, famciclovir and valaciclovir are the most commonly used treatment options. |
