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Should I Be Worried I Misread The Instructions For Acyclovir And Took 3 Pills ?

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Posted on Tue, 4 Mar 2025
Question: I misread the instructions for acyclovir and took 3 pills at one time. Will i be ok? First time taking it
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Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Only one time is not a problem.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

One time 3 pills is not a problem. Acyclovir causes problem only if taken for a long time in overdose. Do not worry. Drink plenty of water and it will be ok.

Let me know if you have other questions or concerns.

Kind regards, Dr. Klarida Papaqako, General and Family physician.
Thanks.
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Should I Be Worried I Misread The Instructions For Acyclovir And Took 3 Pills ?

Brief Answer: Only one time is not a problem. Detailed Answer: Hello, One time 3 pills is not a problem. Acyclovir causes problem only if taken for a long time in overdose. Do not worry. Drink plenty of water and it will be ok. Let me know if you have other questions or concerns. Kind regards, Dr. Klarida Papaqako, General and Family physician. Thanks.