Much of the increase will be in developing countries. Already 58% of people with dementia live in low and middle income countries, but by 2050 this will rise to 68%. The fastest growth in the elderly population is taking place in China, India, and their south Asian and western Pacific neighbours.
If acyclovir is your drug of choice ( famvir is a 1 time dose, valtrex is a 2x/day for 1 day dose ), try 800mg 3x/day for 2 days. it works best if started at the very first tingle /sign of a potential cold sore.
The Effect of Famciclovir on Cold Sores. Famvir (Famciclovir) is approved by the FDA for the treatment of cold sores. If started at the first sign of symptoms, taking a single high dose of Famvir can shorten the herpes infection by two days. Valtrex Is a Well-Known Treatment for Cold Sores. Valtrex (Valacyclovir) is also approved by the FDA to treat cold sores. If started at the first sign of symptoms, taking Valtrex twice a day for one day can shorten the duration of herpes infection. Suppressive Therapy for Cold Sores.