Can I take valacyclovir with milk?

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Valacyclovir Administration With Milk

Valacyclovir tablets can be taken with or without food, including milk. [1]

Acyclovir from maternal valacyclovir can pass into breast milk, but published data indicate low exposure to breastfed infants. [2]