I have shingles and no health insurance. I still have some amoxicillan sitting in my fridge that hasnt expired.  Will it help with the shingles?  Ive had shingles before so Im sure the signs I have mean I have it. I  have a constant headache, fatigue and a small rash that is identical to the rash I had when I had shingles last time.
Hi, Amoxicillin wouldn't work here, as it is antibacterial not antiviral Chat Doctor.  So, you have to go for acyclovir(800 mg 5 times a day for 5 days) or of acyclovir (3 times a day), start only within 3 days of symptoms, after 3 days no active treatment require. If pain still there need appropriate painkiller. Have plenty of fruit juices, water and it c. I had many patients with similar illness, and they respond very well with diet and painkillers. Fatigue will subside soon in 2-3 days on its own. Review after 5 days and in between if things wouldn't control or minimize.