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How Can Pain Due To Shingles Be Treated?
My girlfriend has shingles and has to wait weeks for her appointment. We ve been online looking for something for the pain, etc.. The 3 medications I found are Penciclovir, Acyclovir cream, and domeboro, all available over the counter so far as I can tell.
Wed, 31 May 2017
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In shingles blister and rashes are very painful
Treatment done with antihistaminic drug and for pain if needed anti inflammatory NSAIDs group drug used
If presentation severe then for speedy recovery acyclovir tablet can be prescribed
If inflammation increasing and antihistaminic not effective then steroid course can be prescribed
Topical calamine lotion application beneficial
I will suggest you to consult nearby doctor for getting prescription
Take care
Hope your concern solved
In shingles blister and rashes are very painful
Treatment done with antihistaminic drug and for pain if needed anti inflammatory NSAIDs group drug used
If presentation severe then for speedy recovery acyclovir tablet can be prescribed
If inflammation increasing and antihistaminic not effective then steroid course can be prescribed
Topical calamine lotion application beneficial
I will suggest you to consult nearby doctor for getting prescription
Take care
Hope your concern solved
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