Shingles treatment

Treatment in 3 easy steps

Shingles usually occurs after a period of stress or illness. If you have a moderate or severe case, a pharmacist may be able to prescribe a short course of antiviral medication.

Choose an appointment

Use our easy calendar to find a time and date that suits you.

Consultation

Visit your local pharmacist for a consultation.

Treatment

Receive your medication provided by your pharmacist.

What to do if you need shingles treatment

A seven day course of antiviral medicines can be taken to limit the severity and duration of shingles symptoms and should be taken within 72 hours (or within a maximum of one week) after the shingles rash first appears.

Antiviral medicines are not routinely offered to everyone with shingles so you should check that you are in a group at risk of complications including those over 50, those with a moderate or severe case and those with infection affecting areas outside the torso.

Have a consultation with your pharmacist

Receive medication

Take medication for 7 days

Manage symptoms with painkillers

Wear loose clothing