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What is the antibiotic for shingles?

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

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See below: For simple uncomplicated, shingles, there is no "antibiotic" (antibacterials) unless a secondary bacterial illness occurs, but antivirals can be used like acyclovir, Famciclovir or valacyclovir shorten the outbreak.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Dr. David Brouwer answered

Antiviral: Treatment is with an antiviral medication like Acyclovir or valacyclovir, in addition to an anti inflammatory medication and possibly a pain medication.

Dr Kass and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

What is the antibiotic for shingles?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Dr. David Brouwer answered

Dr Kass and 5 doctors agreed

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