24/7 access to care
Affordable with or without insurance
Unlimited messaging with providers
Free shipping and automatic refills
How it works
Request treatment
Complete our online medical consultation, which asks questions about your health history and concerns.Connect with a provider
After evaluating your consultation, a provider licensed in your state will prescribe treatment (if clinically appropriate).Get it delivered
Your prescription will be delivered fast and for free in discreet, unbranded packaging. Refills are automatic for one year.
Valacyclovir for cold sores
The antiviral medication valacyclovir (generic Valtrex) is a pill that lessens the frequency and symptoms of oral herpes, and reduces the chance that you’ll pass the virus to a partner. You can take valacyclovir when you feel an outbreak coming on to lessen symptoms, or take a dose every day for prevention. Valacyclovir is safe and effective, side effects are rare.
Genital herpes prevention + treatment
If you experience both cold sores (oral herpes) and genital herpes outbreaks we can write you a single prescription for valacyclovir to prevent or treat both types of herpes.
Treatment options + pricing
If you experience outbreaks often, a daily dose of valacyclovir can prevent them*. But if your outbreaks are less frequent you might choose to only take valacyclovir when you feel an outbreak coming on — this will lessen the severity of your symptoms and help your outbreak heal faster. Our medical team will recommend a treatment strategy for you.
*For a 90-day supply of daily valacyclovir the out-of-pocket price is 83 cents per pill.
| What We Offer | Price with Insurance | Price without Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Valacyclovir for Outbreaks | $0 + applicable co-pays or deductible | $45 for a 3 month supply |
| Valacyclovir for Daily Prevention | $0 + applicable co-pays or deductible | $75 for a 3 month supply* |
| Medical Consultation (includes unlimited messaging with the Nurx medical team for 1 year) | $30 | $30 |
Real patient stories
Easy to receive medication
Easy to receive medication, slightly difficult to renew
Rio
3/29/2026
Super convenient and the customer…
Super convenient and the customer service is great!
Joy
3/29/2026
Common questions
How much does prescription cold sore treatment cost through Nurx?
Consultation: $30
Medication: $45 for a 3-month supply for outbreak treatment. It costs $75 for a 3-month supply of preventive therapy.
Does Nurx accept insurance for herpes treatment?
Yes, we accept most forms of private health insurance for medications.What type of prescription cold sore treatment does Nurx prescribe?
We prescribe valacyclovir (the generic version of Valtrex), a pill which is the most effective medication for treating or preventing herpes outbreaks.