Shingles Articles A-Z

Famciclovir Drug Information

Famcyclovir

Famciclovir is a medicine that is used for treating cold sores, shingles, and genital herpes. This eMedTV page offers more information on famciclovir and its uses, effects, and possible side effects. Famcyclovir is a common misspelling of famciclovir.

Gabapantin

Gabapentin is a prescription medicine approved to treat epilepsy and shingles nerve pain. This eMedTV segment further explores these gabapentin uses and offers general warnings for this drug. Gabapantin is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabapenten

Gabapentin can be prescribed to relieve pain after a shingles infection, as well as treat partial seizures. This eMedTV Web page describes how the drug works, possible side effects, and more. Gabapenten is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabapentin

Gabapentin is a drug that can be used to treat certain types of seizures, as well as postherpetic neuralgia. This eMedTV resource discusses the drug in detail, offering information on how it works, dosing information, side effects, and more.

Gabapentin Dosing

Factors such as age, weight, and other medical conditions can determine gabapentin dosing guidelines. This eMedTV article describes these factors in detail, provides typical dosages, and offers tips to ensure a safe, successful treatment process.

Gabapentin for Neuralgia

Gabapentin Overdose

This article on the eMedTV Web site provides a detailed discussion on what the results of a gabapentin overdose are. It lists some of the common symptoms, factors that affect the symptoms a person will experience, and typical treatment options.

Gabapentin Side Affects

Drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea are possible adverse reactions to gabapentin. This eMedTV page lists both common and serious side effects, and links to more information. Gabapentin side affects is a common misspelling of gabapentin side effects.

Gabapentin Side Effects

While most people have no problems with gabapentin, side effects are possible. This page from the eMedTV archives provides lists of common and rare side effects seen with the drug, as well as those that should be reported immediately to your doctor.

Gabapentina

Gabapentin is a drug that can be prescribed to treat shingles nerve pain and epilepsy. This eMedTV resource discusses these gabapentin uses in more detail and lists potential side effects of the drug. Gabapentina is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabapentine

Gabapentin is a prescription drug used to treat nerve pain after a shingles infection and partial seizures. This eMedTV page describes the drug's forms, possible side effects, and dosing information. Gabapentine is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabapenton

Gabapentin is a prescription drug used for treating epilepsy and nerve pain after shingles. This eMedTV article explores how gabapentin may work and explains what forms this drug comes in. Gabapenton is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabepentin

Gabapentin is approved for the treatment of both partial seizures and postherpetic neuralgia. This eMedTV Web page provides a brief overview of the drug and includes a link to more information. Gabepentin is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabopentin

If you have nerve pain after a shingles infection or have epilepsy, your doctor may prescribe gabapentin. This eMedTV page explains what you should discuss with your doctor before using this medicine. Gabopentin is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Gabpentin

Gabapentin can treat pain after a shingles infection, as well as certain types of seizures. This eMedTV article briefly explains how the drug works, available forms, and factors that affect dosing. Gabpentin is a common misspelling of gabapentin.

Generic Qutenza

There is no generic Qutenza (capsaicin 8% patch) available at this time. This eMedTV article discusses why no generic versions of this medication are available and explains the difference between a generic name and a generic version of a drug.

Generic Valacyclovir

This eMedTV page explains that valacyclovir is now available in both generic and brand-name form. This article talks about the drug's generic availability, including details on how the generic version compares to brand-name valacyclovir.

Generic Zostavax

Zostavax is currently under a set of laws that prevent a generic version from being manufactured. This eMedTV article discusses why generic Zostavax products are not allowed to be manufactured and explains when generic "biologics" may be available.

Herpes Zoster Oticus

Herpes zoster oticus is a common complication of shingles. As this eMedTV article explains, it may result in hearing loss and facial paralysis. This segment offers an in-depth look at the symptoms, treatment, and prognosis of herpes zoster oticus.

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