Let us cite a few examples of the generic and brand name of antiviral for shingles : Generic Name 1) Acyclovir 2) Famciclovir 3) Valacyclovir Brand Name 1) Zovirax 2) Famvir 3) Valtrex Working Of The Medicine The prevention of virus is caused by antiviral medicines that result in shingles from increasing in number. The use of antiviral doses reduces [...]

The chances of a stroke are increased by the presence of shingles. A study has shown that shingles affect the eyes and that can be dangerous. The study is the first of its kind to display the fact that the risk of a stroke is connected to the presences of shingles in the body but this study is one of [...]

Shingles is caused by the Herpes zoster virus and is said to be a derivative of the chicken pox virus. Those who had chicken pox at a very early stage may develop shingles at a later stage in life. The chicken pox virus remains dormant and is not completely removed from the body resulting in it getting activated once again [...]