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i have itching and very painful shingles

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charles29460
charles29460

i am confused about my prescription. while my doctor prescribed 800mg aciclovir, a second opinion says 400mg 8hrly. this is my first experience and i am worried. nothing for the sensation and  pain

 

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  • charles29460
    charles29460

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    Thank you for your informative in put.will have to find out from drug reps around my area for availability, approal or otherwise of the vaccine in my country

    However @ I havenonickname are you on a routine chemo or why do have to be?

    • ihavenonickname
      ihavenonickname charles29460

      Posted

      yes, routine chemo...54 years of JRA

      Rituximab

      I would think your pharmacist can order the vaccine for you

  • hope4cure
    hope4cure charles29460

    Posted

    EI have the same problem even after first break out had the immunization shots for shingles.

    the only thing that helps me may help you to is Hydroxyzine HCL. A RX from Doctor.

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