Medications
Some medications or drugs that suppress and reduce the activities of the immune system might also cause shingles. These include steroids, antirheumatic drugs, or tumor necrosis factor inhibitors. In some cases, they can even stimulate the reactivation of shingles viruses which are remained dormant in your body after years of chickenpox. To reduce this risk, keep in mind to talk with your doctor or healthcare provider cares about your health history before deciding to take a specific medication. [2]
