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What is the antibiotic for shingles?
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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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Antiviral: Treatment is with an antiviral medication like Acyclovir or valacyclovir, in addition to an anti inflammatory medication and possibly a pain medication.
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