Published in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, the study shows that the new molecule—called POM-L-BHDU—can effectively treat shingles lesions and may also work against herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1 ...

While there's no cure for shingles, getting immediate treatment can help speed the healing process and reduce your risk of complications. Antiviral drugs such as valacyclovir (Valtrex) can shorten the ...

Researchers have discovered a compound with the potential to be more effective than existing agents in treating the very painful blisters known as shingles -- a condition that affects up to 30 percent ...

There's a potential new treatment for people who develop shingles that spread to the eye. Doctors say about 8% of shingles cases impact the eyes, and now, for the first time there's a new treatment ...

Thousands of patients suffering from common skin conditions such as eczema and shingles will be able to receive prescriptions from select pharmacies next month. Pharmacists will be granted the new ...

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Key Takeaways Shingles can cause a painful rash with blisters that might appear on only one side of the face.Prompt treatment with antiviral medications can ...

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways Shingles on the leg and groin starts with pain or itching, followed ...

There’s a potential new treatment for people who develop shingles that spread to the eye. Doctors say about 8% of shingles cases impact the eyes, and now, for the first time there’s a new treatment ...