Ferr phos is effective in the first stage of inflammation with burning pain (preceding shingles.) Take 4 tablets under the tongue four times daily.

Kali phos is the chief tissue salt for shingles with watery, itchy blisters, especially if due to overexcitement, stress or worry. Take 4 tablets under the tongue four times daily. 

Calc. Phos. and Ferr Phos. Also are useful. (two tablets, 6X of each twice each day after the rash erupts.)

Nat mur is useful when the blisters are filled with clear, watery substance and there is burning and itching. Take 4 tablets under the tongue four times daily.

Kali mur is indicated when the blisters contain white pus. Take 4 tablets under the tongue four times daily.

Kali. Mur. and Nat. Mur. can be taken in alternation three times a day to help speed healing.

Ferr. Phos. or Nat. Mur. may be dissolved in water and sponged over the blisters to alleviate pain.

Zinc 10 to 50 milligrams daily to promote healing of the skin lesions.