The herbs that are used to treat shingles include Panax notoginseng, Rhizoma macrophyllum, and Herba ganoderma, which have a purgative and detoxifying effect, and modern pharmacological studies have confirmed that these drugs have antiviral effects. Since herpes zoster is a disease caused by infection with varicella-zoster virus, herbal medicine can be chosen. However, as a treatment method in Chinese medicine, the treatment of herpes zoster still requires evidence-based treatment and the selection of the right herbal remedy or the appropriate formula to address the patient’s specific situation. Therefore, after the appearance of herpes zoster, it is recommended to consult with the dermatology department of a regular professional hospital.