"Can you really prevent most herpes outbreaks without prescription pills, side effects or expensive pharmacy visits?"
If you are looking for a non-prescription treatment for herpes simplex the internet can be a confusing place. There is no cure for herpes, but many websites claim they have a cure. If you are suffering and considering an "alternative" treatment, it is difficult to know who to trust. Also since the internet is mostly unregulated, safety is a major concern for most.
The rating chart below was designed to help consumers determine which non-prescription herpes treatments are effective based on doctor testimonials, independent research studies performed (if any), and consumer comments/reviews found on various chat/blog sources and websites. Consumer records with Better Business Bureau were also considered. Only U.S. doctor testimonials and research could be verified and were considered as valid. Any products WITHOUT U.S. FDA approved ingredients could not be verified for safe use. *Note, U.S. customs has apparently been cracking down on foreign companies selling illegal or unsafe products to U.S. residents, please see warnings in chart below.
  Product name and Country of Origin. Prevents outbreaks or reduces healing time at least half? Doctor Recommendations/ independent research about product? Can you purchase from a reputable company in the USA? Ingredients FDA approved as safe?
1. Medavir®

U.S.A.
www.medavir.com
Yes - both

Medical studies have proven Medavir's ingredients prevent outbreaks when applied during the "tingling" prodrome phase. Sores that occur are much smaller and heal faster by days.
Yes - confirmed

Many U.S. medical doctors treat patients for Genital/Oral Herpes with Medavir's patented formulation. Independent research (including Official Clinical Trials on actual patients and University Testing) proves the Medavir formulation is effective for preventing herpes outbreaks.
Yes

TAG Healthcare is a well established (since 1999) healthcare company rated A+ by the U.S. Better Business Bureau (BBB). A+ is the highest BBB rating and only awarded to companies with excellent customer satisfaction.

TAG Healthcare claims over 500,000 satisfied customers, and offers 24 hr customer support.
Yes

Medavir's ingredients are classified in the highest safety category awarded by the FDA (GRAS) with absolutely no side effects or contraindications.
What we liked…
Medavir was our top choice because it was the only product clinically proven to stop or abort an outbreak completely when applied just before sores appear, which can save you weeks of pain and embarrassment. Medavir provides pain relief on contact (if any sores appear), and users report that having real control of herpes outbreaks is like having a "new lease on life." The product is odorless and colorless with no side effects and FDA approved ingredients. Since TAG Healthcare, makers of Medavir, is rated A+ by the BBB since 1999, you know the product must really work and their customers are happy. If not, the company could not keep such a high rating.
TAG Healthcare offers the most complete 100% Money Back Guarantee - return for any reason, refund includes standard shipping.
TAG Healthcare also recently introduced the most complete Daily Herpes Supplement (Vyristic) and Topical Essential Healing Oils (ViraBalm) and offers them Free with the Medavir Multi pack, H Elimination Kit. The H Elimination Kit offers the proven ingredients of every legitimate herpes treatment available without a prescription in one kit from one trusted source. This is great for those who have considered trying products like Viralprin, Dynamiclear, HBalm and other popular treatments, but were afraid to order from unknown websites.
What we did not like…
To prevent outbreaks Medavir is recommended prior to an outbreak and must be applied several times per day, which may be inconvenient for some users. This may be overkill for those with very infrequent or very manageable herpes outbreaks.
 
  Product name and Country of Origin. Prevents outbreaks or reduces healing time at least half? Doctor Recommendations/ independent research about product? Can you purchase from a reputable company in the USA? Ingredients FDA approved as safe?
2. Red Marine Algae

U.S.A.
Yes

There are studies suggesting RMA alleviates outbreak symptoms.
Yes

There are several worldwide studies about RMA and its effects on the herpes virus. For even better relief consider a complete supplement that also includes Zinc, Lysine and Echinacea.
Yes

Several reputable companies sell this product; we suggest one in the USA for safety.
NO

The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements.
3. L lysine for viruses

U.S.A.
Yes

There are many reputable research studies worldwide suggesting Lysine alleviates outbreak symptoms.
Yes

For even better relief consider a complete supplement that also includes Zinc, Red Marine Algae and Echinacea.
Yes
NO

The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements.
4. Vyristic™

U.S.A.
Yes

Because this formulation is complete with Lysine, Zinc, Red Marine Algae, Echinacea and others, studies confirm the ingredients are effective against outbreaks.
Yes

Vyristic is complete with every proven supplement known to alleviate symptoms of HSV.
Yes

This product is also produced by A+ rated TAG Healthcare, a trusted healthcare source since 1999.
NO

The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements.
5. Viralprin™

U.S.A.
WARNING: QUESTIONABLE HOME BUSINESS PRODUCED PRODUCT.
NO

There is no research about Viralprin's specific formulation. Viralprin also is lacking the most important ingredient RED MARINE ALGAE, which is recommended if you want to reduce outbreaks.
NO

No doctors or research support the company claims. Viralprin also seems extremely overpriced.
Unknown

Viralprin is made by a home business.

We could find no evidence of any office, lab or any medical professional affiliated with this company. Where is the product produced?
NO

The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements.
6. Dynamiclear™

AUSTRALIA
WARNING: ILLEGAL TO ORDER IF YOU LIVE IN THE U.S.A.
You could be subject to seizure, prosecution or other contact from U.S. Customs which may embarrass some.

However, those who live in Australia may order this product legally.
Unknown

There is no independant or published research proving this product actually works.
NO

There apparently is a natural healer in Australia that recommends Dynamiclear but he is related to the company owner.

No doctors or research supports the company claims.
NO

This company is located in Australia where there is no regulation to ensure safety.

The company keeps a mailbox in the U.S. and offers that address on the website to confuse potential customers. All testimonials on Dynamiclear's website appear to be written by the same person.

We also discovered the owners keep a fake message board at herpes-coldsores.com and use it as a tool to promote Dynamiclear.
NO

Warning- This product was formerly known as "Choraphor." The FDA issued a warning about the product for false advertising and safety issues.

Users of this product report extreme and sometimes unbearable pain when product is applied, which could indicate this product is unsafe.
7. Quickclear

U.S.A.
Unknown

Some of the ingredients in Quickclear have published studies but nothing about this formula.
NO

 
Unknown

The website offers no information about the company that produces product. This is sometimes a red flag (but not always).
NO

The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements.
8. ViraBalm

U.S.A.
Yes

Research Studies suggest Essential Healing Oils Like Melissa-Lemon Balm reduce herpes healing time.
Yes

There are many herpes studies in Europe that show Certified Organic Healing Oils like those in ViraBalm are effective against herpes
Yes

This product is also produced by A+ rated TAG Healthcare, with over 500,000 satisfied customers.
NO

The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements.

WHAT IS HERPES
WHAT IS HERPES SIMPLEX and do various HERPES CURES or HERPES TREATMENTS on the internet actually work?
The herpes viruses affect 80-90% of the world's population. Each year in the United States alone 40 million people experience outbreaks of cold sores (Herpes Simplex Virus Type I) and 30 million have outbreaks of genital herpes (Herpes Simplex Virus Type II).
Scientific research has identified more than 5,000 different strains of the herpes virus. Eight of these strains cause disease in humans:
  1. Herpes Simplex Virus I: Cold Sores
  2. Herpes Simplex Virus II: Genital Herpes
  3. Varicella Zoster Virus: Chicken Pox and Shingles
  4. Human Herpes Virus 6: Roseola
  5. Human Herpes Virus 8: Kaposi's Sarcoma
  6. Epstein-Barr Virus
  7. Cytomegalovirus
  8. Human B-Lymphotropic Virus
There are two types of the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). Type 1 manifests itself in the common cold sore; Type 2 usually manifests itself as genital lesions (although in some cases, Type 2 has shown itself in the form of a cold sore). Since the lesions commonly affect the lips or areas bordering the lips, the condition is also known as recurrent Herpes Labialis.
Once it becomes introduced to the body, the herpes virus takes up permanent residence. The peak incidence of HSV Type 1 primary infection is at two to three years of age, but new cases appear in all age groups due to the highly contagious nature of the virus. Only an estimated 15% of the population experience the primary infection as an adult. The disease is thought to be transmitted by direct contact. Virus excretion persists in the body secretions for 15 to 42 days after the onset of the primary herpes infection.
After an initial infection, some people develop effective immunity; however, 20% to 45% have recurrent lesions. In North America, an estimated 7% of the general population has two or more bouts of Herpes Labialis annually. In these cases, the virus goes into hiding, escaping the host's immune system by remaining latent in a specific group of cells, causing no apparent harm to the host during quiescent periods. The exact cells in which they remain latent varies from one virus to the next. In cells harboring the latent virus, the viral genomes take the form of closed molecules and only a small subset of virus genes are expressed.
The incubation period for HSV ranges from two to twelve days. After an infection, the virus hides in the body by entering nerve endings and traveling to ganglia (clusters of nerve cells). The recurrence of the viral infection varies, but certain factors, such as fever, emotional stress, physical trauma, systemic infections, ultraviolet light and menses, are known to trigger recurrence in humans. People whose resistance is compromised (less than normal) may experience more severe lesions with slower healing. An infection recurs when the virus is activated in the ganglia and travels down the nerve to the surface of the skin where it replicates. This recurrence takes place in phases:
  1. Prodrome: Tingling and itching prior to visual outbreak; warning symptoms that last less than 6 hours.

  2. Inflammation: Swelling and redness at the site before outbreak; indication that the virus and antibodies have arrived.

  3. Vesicular: Blisters that appear within 1-2 days after prodrome from one or several vesicles, or tiny red bumps commonly found at the vermilion border of the lip.

  4. Ulcers: Actual sores that form within 3 days after prodrome, often accompanied by pain; blisters leak fluid.

  5. Crusts: Sores dry and form scabs within 4 days to indicate healing; virus diminishes and wounds heal within 2-3 days.

  6. Healing: Complete within 8-10 days; new skin forms; virus replication is complete. Virus retreats to the host ganglia where it remains protected from the host's immunological attack.
There are many herpes treatments, herpes cures, cures for herpes, treatments for herpes, and other herpes remedies listed in various places on the internet. Please evaluate any herpes cures or herpes treatments carefully before you try a non-FDA approved herpes treatment or herpes cure. FDA approved medications like Valtrex, Acyclovir, and Famvir have been approved for use against various forms of the herpes virus. Valtrex and Acyclovir are oral medications. Valtrex is sold in US pharmacies and prescribed by a licensed Physician. Please use Valtrex only as suggested by your doctor.
Herpes cures and Herpes treatments should be evaluated carefully before use.
Below you will find relevant news and several articles about herpes cures and herpes treatments.

RECENT HERPES INFORMATION
Side Effects of Famvir
Anyone who is allergic to this product, its ingredients, or a medicine called Denavir® (penciclovir cream) should not use FAMVIR. (Check with your healthcare provider for a complete list of ingredients.) FAMVIR tablets contain lactose. If you have rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, a severe lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption, you should not take FAMVIR tablets. Safety and effectiveness in children under the age of 18 years has not been demonstrated.
As always, if you are pregnant or considering getting pregnant, you should discuss the risks and benefits of taking any medication with your physician.
The most common side effects in people who took Single-Day Famvir for recurrent genital herpes were headache, diarrhea, and nausea. Most side effects were mild to moderate and lasted only a short time. Talk to your doctor if side effects continue or if they bother you. For more information about other more infrequent side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Famvir can be prescribed in one of three ways for recurrent genital herpes:
  • Episodic treatment
  • Suppressive treatment
  • Patients with HIV
  • Patients with Recurrent Cold Sores
  • Patients with Herpes Zoster
If a patient has impaired kidney function, his or her doctor will determine if Famvir is appropriate and if so, what the right dose would be.
Zovirax - Herpes Drug
Zovirax also known by its generic name of Acyclovir, is an antiviral drug that slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in order for the body to fight off infection. Zovirax is not a cure for herpes, but it can be useful in the management of herpes.
Zovirax treats infections caused by herpes viruses which include genital herpes, cold sores, shingles and chicken pox. Zovirax should be taken exactly as it is prescribed for you and should be started as soon as the first appearance of symptoms appear like tingling, burning or blisters.
When taking Zovirax be sure to avoid infected areas coming into contact with other people, avoid touching the infected area and then touching your eyes. Make sure to wash your hands frequently to prevent passing the infection to others. Zovirax will not prevent the spread of genital herpes so sexual intercourse should be avoided or a condom should be used.
The side effects of Zovirax could be:
  • an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat pain in your lower back
  • urinating less then usual or not at all
  • easy bruising or bleeding
  • unusual weakness
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • stomach pain
  • headache or feeling light-headed
  • swelling in your hands or feet
Valtrex- Herpes Drug
Valtrex is another prescribed medication for herpes treatment. Valtrex is for adults with a healthy immune system and is only available by prescription. Valtrex is an antiviral drug that slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so the body can fight off the infection. Valtrex is not a cure for herpes, but it will lessen the symptoms of the infection.
Valtrex, like Zovirax, treats infections caused by herpes viruses which include genital herpes, cold sores, shingles and chicken pox. Valtrex should be taken exactly as it is prescribed for you and should be started as soon as symptoms appear like tingling, burning or blisters.
Valtrex can be harmful to the kidneys. Before taking Valtrex tell your doctor if you have HIV/AIDS, kidney disease, are on dialysis, or have had a kidney or bone marrow transplant. The side effects of Valtrex include:
  • an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat
  • easy bruising or bleeding
  • unusual weakness
  • pale or yellowed skin
  • dark colored urine, urinating less then usual or not at all
  • fever
  • pain in your lower back
  • drowsiness
  • increased thirst
  • loss of appetite
  • nausea and vomiting
  • swelling
  • weight gain
  • feeling short of breath
  • confusion, agitation, aggression, hallucinations, trouble concentrating, mood changes
  • feeling shaky or unsteady
  • problems with speech or vision
  • seizures
  • diarrhea
  • stomach pain
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • tired feeling
  • joint pain
  • menstrual pain
  • mild skin rash
  • stuff nose
  • sore throat
Herpes treatment information. Know about Zovirax, Valtrex, Denavir.
Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). There are 2 types of Herpes Simplex Virus: HSV Type 1 and HSV Type 2. The ways in which herpes infections manifest themselves vary tremendously among individuals. Although the HSV-1 virus is traditionally associated with the orofacial infection, with the growing popularity of oral sex more cases of genital infection with HSV-1 are now being seen. The following are general descriptions of the courses outbreaks may take in the oral and genital regions.
Both HSV-1 and HSV-2 live in nerve cells, usually under the skin. Neither virus is always active. They often remain silent or inactive in these cells, sometimes for many years or even a lifetime. This is called "latency." For reasons not entirely understood by researchers, the viruses can become active and cause symptoms, which include sores around the mouth or near the genitals. This is called "reactivation." These symptoms can come and go in what is known as outbreaks, or "flare-ups."
During a flare-up, the virus becomes active and causes a chain of events leading to a cluster of small bumps to form. The bumps may rupture, heal, and then disappear for an indefinite period of time.
What are the symptoms of herpes?
The symptoms of herpes depends on the site of disease:
Oral herpes (cold sores): Sores around the mouth and nostrils. They may itch or be painful.
Genital herpes: Sores on the penis in males or near or in the vagina in women. Genital herpes can also cause sores near the anus, including the area between the anus and the genital (the perineum). Sometimes, genital herpes can cause pain when urinating or defecation.
Transmission
Herpes is contracted through direct skin contact (not necessarily in the genital area) with an infected person, and less frequently by indirect contact (for instance, by sharing lip balm or sharing a virus infested towel). The virus travels through tiny breaks in the skin (or mucous membranes in the mouth and genital areas), so, healthy skin and mucous membranes are normally an effective barrier to infection. However, in the case of mucous membranes, even microscopic abrasions are sufficient to expose the nerve endings into which the virus splices itself. This is why most herpes transmission happens in mucous membranes, or in areas of the body where mucous membranes and normal skin merge (e.g., the corners of the mouth).
Symptoms may not appear for up to a month or more after infection.
Transmission was thought to be most common during an active outbreak; however, in the early 1980s, it was found that the virus can be shed from the skin in the absence of symptoms.
It is estimated that between 50% and 80% of new HSV-2 cases are from asymptomatic viral shedding.
Genital Herpes Treatment Information
Finding relief from genital herpes involves an understanding of what the condition is.
Although not the easiest ailment under the sun to treat, genital herpes treatment is still very much possible - and that is good news for the thousands of sufferers all over the world. Treatment of genital herpes is possible by the use of conventional and homeopathic solutions, but probably the best way to treat genital herpes is by the use of solutions that have been developed from herbal, that is natural, ingredients.
When someone is infected by the virus that causes genital herpes, the most noticeable symptom is the swellings that appear in the genital area or other parts of the body that are close to the sex organs. Genital herpes treatment aims to reduce and cure the swellings in the first place, and having achieved this, the treatment then aims to lessen the occurrence of herpes outbreaks. With proper genital herpes treatment the person is able to substantially diminish the risk of an attack from the HSV virus that causes genital herpes.
The popular saying 'Prevention is better than cure' is aptly applicable here. Since the disease is spread through sexual contact with an affected person, the best way to prevent it is by limiting the number of partners. The risk is considerably lessened if there is just one partner. The situation can be further complicated because in some, the virus may stay in a dormant stage and never be noticeable as there are no symptoms. A person may be unaware that he or she is affected with the HSV virus. When this happens the risk naturally becomes manifold.
Psychological Effects and Treatment of Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is known to have a psychological impact on the affected person and often on his or her partner. Whether right or wrong, in our society there is a stigma against 'sexually transmitted diseases' and since genital herpes falls in this category, it is no exception.
When someone realizes something is wrong and suspects that they may have genital herpes, or any sexually transmitted disease, they are often wary of going to a medical practitioner. They fear the embarrassment of having to bare the genitalia to the professional and the fear of confirmation of their suspicion. They fear the possibility of additional medical examinations and reports. Just the prospect of these things can be very stressful. Genital herpes often leads to poor self esteem.
The anxiety and the social pressures can cause the affected individual to become isolated or shy away, even from their partner. This can cause misunderstanding between the two as well. Since genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease, in some cases when a partner learns of the illness it can be a source of conflict for the couple later on.
For these reasons counseling should also be a part of any genital herpes treatment.
The best recommendation for the treatment of genital herpes is to opt for natural products. Natural herbs are believed to treat genital herpes symptoms quickly and effectively. Products developed from these natural herbs, when used orally or topically, give good results. The infected person also needs to take some extra precautions - such as keeping the affected area dry and clean, using a soft towel, taking a warm bath, wearing loose clothes, not picking the sores, etc.
Disclaimer
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Genital Herpes




SCAM ALERT
Resolve Herpes Detox
  1. Outright Scam- BBB warning about company
  2. Health Concerns/Dangerous Product
  3. Foreign- Illegal to order in USA
  4. Company does not honor refunds
  5. Reports on messages boards of users becoming extremely ill after use.
 


SCAM ALERT
Dynamiclear
(old name Choraphor)
  1. FDA Warning about false advertising and unsafe product.
  2. Customers report unbearable burning when product is applied.
  3. Dynamiclear now produced "offshore" in foreign country - possibly to avoid FDA prosecution.
  4. Possible arrest or seizure if you live in USA. (illegal drug importation)
 









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