Abreva Docosanol 10% Cream, 2g
Cold sores are small blisters that develop on the lips or around the mouth. Caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), cold sores are highly contagious - that's why you need to act fast. Cold sore triggers include viral infection or fever, stress, fatigue, exposure to sunlight and wind, hormonal changes and a weakened immune system. Reach for Abreva Cream at the first sign of a cold sore tingle.
Abreva Cream contains the only non-prescription ingredient approved by the FDA to shorten cold sore healing time. The product of years of rigorous scientific study, Abreva Cream works fast by penetrating deep into the skin to target the virus that causes cold sores. It blocks the cold sore virus from entering surrounding cells and reduces the duration of pain, burning, itching and/or tingling. If used as directed at the first sign of a tingle, Abreva cold sore cream can heal your cold sore in just 2½ days.
Abreva cold sore cream contains 10 percent docosanol, which works by penetrating deep into the skin and preventing the cold sore virus’ entry into healthy cells, stopping viral replication. It provides a barrier to protect healthy skin cells and helps to heal the cold sore quickly. Docosanol also helps to shorten the duration of cold sore symptoms, such as tingling, pain, burning and itching. Abreva Cream is a smooth, white cream that dries clear and has no smell or taste.
DIRECTIONS:
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Apply Abreva Cream five times throughout the day with a cotton swab or your finger. Use an ample amount to completely cover the sore itself and the surrounding area. Rub it in gently and completely. If you miss a dose, just apply it as soon as you remember and continue on schedule.
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Keep using Abreva Cream until your cold sore is fully healed, for a maximum of 10 days. If the cold sore persists, talk to your healthcare professional.
