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Treatment Options
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Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
NSAIDs work by suppressing the production of fatty acids called prostaglandins that cause the inflammation and pain. They do this by blocking the action of an enzyme, cyclooxygenase (COX), which is responsible for converting precursor acids into prostaglandins.
Over-the-counter NSAIDs are good options to relieve minor shingles pain. For moderate to severe shingles pain, prescription-strength NSAIDs may be needed.
Drugs in the class
Piroxicam (Feldene)
Diclofenac (Voltaren)
Tolmetin (Tolectin, Tolectin DS)
Etodolac (Lodine)
Flurbiprofen Oral (Ansaid)
Ketoprofen (Orudis, Oruvail)
Fenoprofen (Nalfon)
Nabumetone (Relafen)
Naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Anaprox DS, EC-Naprosyn, Naprelan, Naprosyn)
Etodolac ER (Lodine XL)
Oxaprozin (Daypro)
Sulindac (Clinoril)
Ibuprofen (Advil, Advil Liqui-Gels, Advil Migraine, Genpril, Haltran, Junior Strength Advil, Junior Strength Motrin, Menadol, Midol Maximum Strength Cramp Formula, Motrin, Motrin IB, Motrin Migrain Pain, Nuprin, Rufen)
Indomethacin (Indocin)
Meclofenamate (Meclomen) |
Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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