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    J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2009 Jun;109(6 Suppl 2):S7-12.

    Managing herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia.

    Galluzzi KE.

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    Department of Geriatrics, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Rowland Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19131-1633, USA. katherineg@pcom.edu

    Abstract

    Treatment strategies for herpes zoster infection include limiting viral replication with anti-infective agents as well as limiting associated acute and chronic neuropathic pain with a variety of analgesics. The author outlines currently available pharmacotherapeutic options, from first-line (eg, anti-infective agents, tricyclic antidepressants, anticonvulsants, opioid analgesics, and topical agents) through adjuvant treatments (eg, oral corticosteroids). A summary of adverse event profiles is provided for each medication. Vaccination is recommended as a preventive measure.

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    19553635
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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