Valacyclovir 500mg Tablet

What Is Valacyclovir 500mg?

Valacyclovir 500mg is a prescription nucleoside analogue antiviral tablet belonging to the same drug class as Acyclovir. It is FDA-approved for the treatment and suppression of infections caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV).

Valacyclovir functions as a prodrug — meaning the body converts it into its active form, Acyclovir, after absorption. This conversion results in significantly higher Acyclovir blood levels compared to taking oral Acyclovir directly, making Valacyclovir a clinically preferred oral antiviral option.

The 500mg tablet is one of the standard clinical strengths used in USA medical practice for specific herpes-related indications. It is the generic equivalent of the reference brand Valtrex — containing the same active ingredient at the same established strength.

Valacyclovir does not cure herpes infections. It works to reduce the severity, duration, and frequency of outbreaks when taken as directed, and may reduce the risk of transmission in appropriate clinical situations.

Manufacturer Details

Valacyclovir 500mg Tablets are manufactured by Healing Pharma, a licensed pharmaceutical company producing a broad range of generic medicines. Healing Pharma operates manufacturing facilities in compliance with applicable Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, ensuring consistent product quality, purity, and potency across every tablet and strip produced.

Each tablet contains Valacyclovir 500mg as the active ingredient and is presented in oral tablet form. The product belongs to the nucleoside analogue antiviral drug class, carries prescription-only medicine status, and is packaged in protective blister strips of 10 tablets per strip. Delivery is available with full tracking in 12 to 16 business days.