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Herplex

Idoxuridine

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The generic name of this medication is idoxuridine and brand name is Herplex Antiviral.

Herplex is manufactured by Allergan.

The active ingredient of this medication is idoxuridine.

Mainly used to treat virus infections of the eye.

Common Uses:

This medication is used to treat virus infections of the eye.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Increased sensitivity to light
Itching
Redness
Swelling, pain or other signs of irritation not present prior to using medication
Blurring, dimming, or haziness of vision

Cautions / Warnings:

Not advisable in patients with allergic reaction to this medicine.
Should not be used at or around mealtime or prior to eating certain types of food since interactions may occur.

Drug Interactions:
Boric Acid
Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

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Herplex	9.4	7.28	0.16	15
Valtrex	8.45	6.06	1.06	11
Abreva	7.33	6.84	1.9	6
Acyclovir	4.88	5.61	2.59	8
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Herplex, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Breathing	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Confidence	0%	0%	62.5%	6.2%	31.2%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Digestion	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	53.3%	0%	46.7%
Energy	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Eyesight	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Memory	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Mental Clarity	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Pain	0%	0%	60%	6.7%	33.3%
Patience	0%	0%	71.4%	7.1%	21.4%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	66.7%	0%	33.3%
Sleep	0%	0%	76.9%	0%	23.1%
Stress Level	0%	0%	62.5%	12.5%	25%

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Commonly Reported Herplex Side Effects

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Nausea	90.9%	9.1%	0%	0%	0%

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15 Jan 2018	you can purchase it from Prime Time Solutions online and a great product cost including shipping and handling is $22.00 —Posted by Heaven Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
22 Aug 2011	I've been having outbreaks for 17 years. Its the only product that works. Please bring it back on the market, we are in need of help. —Posted by Dawn Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
22 Mar 2011	great product for prevention of out breaks of cold sores —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
18 Feb 2011	wish i could find it again —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
25 Sep 2010	Having suffered from herpes outbreaks for 60 years, I was elated to find Herplex. It is so great I just gave my last bottle to a friend thinking I could pick some more up at WalMart. I drove the pharmacy people crazy trying to find it. Where can I get it or is it prescription only now or has it just disappeared? Guess I'll have to get it back from my friend. I'm serious...I had to have a corneal transplant to get rid of the scarring herpes caused in my eye. And as you herpes sufferers know, an outbreak always occurs when you are trying to look your best. Help! —Posted by Susan Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use