Cold Sore Treatment Docosanol Cream 10%
Blistex Cold Sore Treatment Docosanol Cream 10% starts working immediately to reduce the healing time of cold sores/fever blisters
The Benefits of Blistex Cold Sore Treatment Docosanol Cream 10%
- Shortens healing time of cold sores/fever blisters
- Reduces the duration of cold sore symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning and/or itching
- Antiviral: Docosanol Cream 10% helps prevent the HSV-1 virus (which causes cold sores on lips) from spreading
Docosanol 10%
Cold sore/fever blister treatment
benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate and sucrose stearate
Uses
- Treats cold sores/fever blisters on the face or lips
- Shortens healing time and duration of symptoms:
- Tingling
- Pain
- Burning
- Itching
Warnings
Allergy alert
This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include:
- Hives
- Facial Swelling
- Wheezing/Difficulty Breathing
- Shock
- Rash
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away
For external use only
Do not use
- If you are allergic to any ingredient in this product
When using this product:
- Apply only to affected areas
- Do not use in or near the eyes
- Avoid applying directly inside your mouth
Do not share this product with anyone. This may spread infection
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- Your cold sore gets worse or the cold sore is not healed within 10 days
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away
Directions
Adults and children 12 years or over:
- Wash hands before and after applying cream
- Apply to affected area on face or lips at the first sign of cold sore/fever blister (tingle)
- Early treatment ensures the best results
- Rub in gently but completely
- Use 5 times a day until healed
Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor
Other Information
- Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
- Do not freeze
Questions of comments?
Why Cold Sore Treatment Docosanol Cream 10%?
Blistex Cold Sore Treatment Docosanol Cream 10% contains an over-the-counter FDA approved ingredient to shorten the healing time of cold sores/fever blisters. It works fast by penetrating the skin and targeting the virus that causes cold sores. It also blocks the cold sore virus from entering surrounding cells and reduces the duration of pain, burning, itching, and/or tingling that can accompany a cold sore or fever blister. This is an HSA and FSA eligible item. Learn more.
