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Does Valacyclovir Interact With The Flu Shot?
Question: Shall I get the flu shot (for 65 and over) if I am on valacyclovir? Will a flu shot work?
Brief Answer:
yes, you can get it
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
yes, the flu is caused by a virus and valacyclovir is one type of antiviral medication but it is not effective against the flu vaccine and would not affect the effectiveness.
There are some medications that interact with the flu vaccine such as warfarin, theophylline, phenytoin.
You can have the vaccine.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
yes, you can get it
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
yes, the flu is caused by a virus and valacyclovir is one type of antiviral medication but it is not effective against the flu vaccine and would not affect the effectiveness.
There are some medications that interact with the flu vaccine such as warfarin, theophylline, phenytoin.
You can have the vaccine.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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