I started having very mild genital herpes outbreaks about eight months ago, and for this outbreak (only one small blister) I decided to take
acyclovir tablets and
acyclovir cream. I have no pain or itching. I have taken it for a day and a half, 200 mg every 4 hours, omitting the nighttime dose. My blister is pretty much gone, and Im wondering, would it be okay to stop taking the acyclovir? I read everywhere that Im supposed to take it for 5 days, but is it for the same reason as antibiotics?