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Taking Valacyclovir For Shingles. Can I Use The Same Medication On Face?
I am 49 years old, I have a mild case of shingles . First breakout and my first sign was Sunday and i went to doctor on Monday. I started valacyclovir on Monday. I keep looking for others breakouts but nothing other than my right side and lower back. The top and back of my head seems tingly at times but so far that s it. My question apples to my facial skin seems like its very dry and some blotchy redness is appearing is this related?
Tue, 12 Mar 2013
Hi, thanks for posting your query
The facial skin changes may be due to Valacyclovir . You may take the following symptomatic treatment for face while continuing Valacyclovir :
Keep the skin well hydrated
Use a sunscreen during the day even if indoors , avoid sun exposure as much possible
Drink plenty of water
Apply mild steroid like hydrocortisone on the blotchy red areas
If the rash and redness increases , then you may consult your Doctor for other antiviral medication
Hope this helps you
The facial skin changes may be due to Valacyclovir . You may take the following symptomatic treatment for face while continuing Valacyclovir :
Keep the skin well hydrated
Use a sunscreen during the day even if indoors , avoid sun exposure as much possible
Drink plenty of water
Apply mild steroid like hydrocortisone on the blotchy red areas
If the rash and redness increases , then you may consult your Doctor for other antiviral medication
Hope this helps you
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