Shingles -has anyone had post-herpetic neuralgia pain treated?

Several treatments: Post-herpetic neuralgia (chronic pain after shingles) can be treated with Gabapentin (neurontin) or other related drugs. You can also apply capsaicin (zostrix) cream to the area, which burns the nerve endings to deaden the pain. Other treatments include tricyclic antidepressants, Lidocaine patches, and, in severe cases, narcotic pain relievers.

Doxepin: Doxepin cream is by far the most effective treatment. Standard issue is 5%. A specialty pharmacy can make a stronger one. Use as often as needed. Sometimes makes people sleepy which makes it very good for bedtime use. About 10% of users will become allergic to it with prolonged use.