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Suggest Treatment For Recurrent Rashes While On Acyclovir

Two years ago I had the shingles innocculation. I am being treated now for a mild case of shingles. I am taking acyclovir. Each rash dries up quickly but more appear in other places. How long should I take acyclovir? (i was given 60, 800 mg tablets, with 3 refills. Show long should I expect this outbreak to last?
Tue, 26 Mar 2019
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Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to shingles. I suggest using Acyclovir tablets for at least a week. I also suggest using Acyclovir cream for local application. I suggest using Cetirizine to relieve the itching.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Recurrent Rashes While On Acyclovir

Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to shingles. I suggest using Acyclovir tablets for at least a week. I also suggest using Acyclovir cream for local application. I suggest using Cetirizine to relieve the itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician