Hello everyone,

A week ago a close friend of mine found out she had genital herpes. She's in
college right now and I helped her buy her first prescription of valtrex.

Unfortunately the insurance she has from her parents (who, unfortunately,
will not help her in this matter due to being upset about the sex thing) is
very poor. Two weeks worth of valtrex costs for her something like $160.
This isn't affordable for her. (and, if possible, she wants to suppress it
which makes it entirely unaffordable)

I've been reading about herpes and I came across some treatment information
that says there is a herpes drug called zovirax that has a generic form.

I know that generic drugs are generally much less expensive than
non-generics. Does anyone have any idea how much cheaper generic zovirax is
compared to valtrex? I know it depends on insurance, but maybe some price
range it would likely be in compared to valtrex?

I'm hoping there is some chance she doesn't have herpes.  Her test came back
negative, but her doctor is sure that's what she has.  I think it's weird
the test was negative though.

Anyway, thanks for any info!