Shingles Medications

Valacyclovir (Valtrex) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections include herpes and shingles.This medicine will not cure herpes. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic valacyclovir is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

Acyclovir (Zovirax) is an inexpensive drug used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections include herpes and shingles. This drug is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand form. Generic acyclovir is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.

FAMCICLOVIR helps manage infections, such as cold sores and genital herpes, caused by viruses. This medication does not kill the virus and it may still be possible to spread the virus to others. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria.

Shingrix (zoster vaccine recombinant) is a vaccination used for the prevention of shingles. It is available as a single dose vial. There are currently no generic alternatives to Shingrix. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices could help offset the cost.