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May 27, 2012

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Shingles facts

Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox and can be spread to people who have not had chickenpox.
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is not related to the sexually transmitted herpes virus disease called herpes genitalis, or the oral herpes virus, herpes simplex.
Shingles may cause pain that can continue after the rash disappears.
Steroids and antiviral drugs can help prevent long-term pain after shingles if they are started within the first two days of the appearance of the rash.
The Zostavax vaccine is available for people over 60 years of age to reduce the incidence and severity of shingles.

What is shingles? What causes shingles?

Shingles is a skin rash caused by a nerve and skin inflammation from the same virus that previously caused chickenpox. This virus is called the varicella zoster virus (VZV) and b...

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What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Lidoderm Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

LIDODERM®
(Lidocaine) Structural Formula Illustration

LIDODERM (lidocaine patch 5%) is indicated for relief of pain associated with post-herpetic neuralgia. It should be applied only to intact skin.

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What is Lidoderm Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Lidoderm Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with the herpes zoster virus). This type of pain is called post-herpetic neuralgia. Lidocaine helps to reduce sharp/burning/aching pain as well as discomfort caused by skin areas that are overly sensitive to touch. Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by causing a temporary loss of feeling in the area where you apply the patch.

HOW TO USE: This product should only be applied to healthy, normal skin. Do not apply to skin that is broken or irr...

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