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Which drug form is more effective for treating shingles, acyclovir cream or oral acyclovir?
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Acyclovir applied directly to the lesions doesn't work at all. Only systemic (i.e. oral) treatment is effective. Large doses are required for effective treatment of shingles. Good luck.
Answered 4/8/2023
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