Everyday Health

Cold Sores

Prescription valacyclovir kept on hand, so you can treat a cold sore at the first tingle instead of waiting out a full flare.

Pricing options

$60billed every 3 months

24 tablets

Equivalent to approximately $20/month

Prescription required • Subject to provider review and approval

Start your treatment journey

✓Confidential online medical intake

✓Provider review and treatment determination

✓Ongoing provider care and support

✓Prescription dispensed with clear dosing instructions

✓Platform access and educational content

✓Discreet home delivery when prescribed

1 g × 24 Tablets • billed every 3 months • 24 tablets

One prescription per category. Quantity is limited to one per order.

Treatment eligibility and final prescription are determined by a licensed provider. Discreet home delivery when prescribed.

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Home Delivery

When will I be charged?

Payment is collected before completing your intake and provider review.

What happens if my treatment is not approved?

If your treatment is not approved by a licensed provider, your payment will be refunded.

How much is shipping?

Shipping costs are calculated and shown at checkout.

Which pharmacies do you currently work with?

Elevate My Care works with a network of licensed dispensing pharmacy partners to fulfill prescriptions written by clinicians on our platform. When a prescription is issued, it is routed to one of these partner pharmacies based on the medication prescribed, the patient’s state of residence, and availability. Each partner pharmacy is independently licensed and responsible for dispensing, labeling, and shipping the medication directly to the patient. Our current pharmacy partners, including the licensed entity name that will appear on your prescription label, may include: • DrugStore on East State — The Drugstore at O’Bleness LLC, 934 E State St, Athens, OH 45701 · (740) 566-4690 • DiRx Health — Direct Pharmacy Source, Inc., 3540 NW 56th St, Ste 204, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 · (877) 367-3479 • Curexa — Curexa Pharmacy, 501 Zion Rd, Ste 13-14, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 · (855) 927-0390 • Mycelium — Mycelium Pharmacy LLC, 141 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 · (954) 890-1150 • ChemistryRx — Madame Rx, LLC d/b/a Chemistry Rx, 950 Henderson Blvd, Folcroft, PA 19032 · (855) 790-0100 • Brooksville Rx — Brooksville Pharmaceuticals, 16140 Flight Path Dr, Brooksville, FL 34604 · (352) 848-3446 • Epiq Scripts — Epiq Scripts LLC, 465 W President George Bush Hwy, Ste 240, Richardson, TX 75080 · (833) 654-3553 • Foothills — Foothills Professional Pharmacy Ltd, 2727 W Baseline Rd, Ste 1, Tempe, AZ 85283 · (833) 236-8080 • Southend — Southend Pharmacy, 4802 N Sam Houston Pkwy W, #100, Houston, TX 77086 · (855) 414-5356 • Wells — Wells Pharmacy Network, 3420 Fairlane Farms Rd, Wellington, FL 33414 · (800) 622-4510 Certain branded medications are fulfilled through manufacturer self-pay programs rather than our pharmacy network. These include NovoCare Pharmacy (CoAssist Pharmacy, LLC, 2400 Sand Lake Rd, Ste 200B, Orlando, FL 32809 · (833) 949-5527) and LillyDirect (GiftHealth, Inc., 266 N 4th St, Ste 200, Columbus, OH 43215 · (833) 614-4438). This list may change from time to time.

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Shuts down the flare fast.

Valacyclovir is an oral tablet, prescription medicine that is FDA approved to treat cold sores and genital herpes. It is an antiviral that works by interfering with viral DNA synthesis, inhibiting the replication of herpes viruses and helping control the infection.

Treatment started at the first tingle often prevents a full lesion from forming. It is important to note that while valacyclovir helps manage herpes virus infections, it does not cure the infection — the virus remains in the body and outbreaks may still occur, especially during times of weakened immunity or stress.

Best for people exploring

Recurring cold sores
Flares triggered predictably by stress, illness, or sun exposure
Having medication on hand in advance
Shortening how long a lesion lasts

Important to know

Prescription required
Eligibility is determined by a licensed provider
Dosage and frequency are individualized
Results and individual experiences vary

Potential benefits of Cold Sores therapy.

Caught Early, Gone Sooner

Treatment at the first tingle often prevents a full lesion from forming.

Shorter Healing

When a lesion does form, healing time is typically shortened by one to three days.

On Hand In Advance

Keep a supply ready so treatment starts the moment symptoms begin.

Discreet Delivery

Prescribed treatment is shipped to your home in discreet packaging.

What is included with your treatment experience.

Clinical Support

Confidential online consultation
Licensed provider review
Ongoing provider care and support

Treatment Support

Prescription dispensed with clear dosing instructions
Platform access and educational content
Discreet home delivery when prescribed

Simple to start. Provider guided from the beginning.

1. Complete Your Intake

Share your health history, medications, goals, and relevant medical information through a secure online questionnaire.

2. Receive Provider Review

A licensed provider reviews your information and determines whether treatment may be medically appropriate.

3. Receive Your Plan

If prescribed, receive your treatment instructions, supplies, and next steps.

4. Stay Supported

Continue receiving provider support and access to educational resources throughout your treatment journey.

Treatment Protocol

Confidential intake reviews your outbreak history and medications
Valacyclovir dispensed with clear instructions for episodic dosing
Dosing started at the first sign of an outbreak, as prescribed

What to Expect

Best results when used within 48 hours of the first symptoms
Early treatment can prevent a full lesion
Healing typically shortened by one to three days

Safety, administration, and treatment guidance.

Valacyclovir is taken as an oral tablet. Dosage, frequency, administration instructions, and treatment duration should follow the individualized directions provided by your licensed provider.

Common (typically mild)

Nausea and vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Skin rash
Fatigue or weakness

Less common / monitor if present

Allergic reactions such as rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing
Unusual bruising or bleeding
Kidney problems, including changes in urine output or back and side pain
Neurological symptoms such as confusion, hallucinations, tremors, or seizures

Precautions

Tell your provider about all other medications and supplements to avoid interactions
Share any history of kidney problems or immune system issues before starting

Before Starting

Discuss your medical conditions, current medications, allergies, and treatment goals with your provider. Contact your provider if you experience persistent or unusual symptoms.

Want to Learn More?

Read the full Cold Sores treatment overview — how it works, who it may suit, and what to expect.

Learn About Cold Sores →

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Why Elevate

More than a product. A provider-guided care experience.

Buying wellness products online is easy. Knowing what is actually appropriate for your health is more important.

Elevate brings clinical review, convenience, personalized guidance, and ongoing support into the treatment experience so you have a clear place to start and someone to turn to with questions.

Licensed provider review

100% online intake

Personalized treatment decisions

Ongoing care and education