Docosanol
- Dosage form
- CREAM
- Labeler
- YYBA Corp
- Label updated
- 2026-07-20
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCOSANOL
Label information
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Docosanol 10%
Purpose
Cold sore/fever blister treatment
Uses
- treats cold sores/fever blisters on the face or lips
- shortens healing time and duration of symptoms:
- tingling, pain, burning, and/or 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.
Label information
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
Label information
Keep out of reach of children.If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center 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 between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
- do not freeze
Inactive ingredients
benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate and sucrose stearate
Questions or comments?
call 1-866-933-6337
Label information
TAMPER-EVIDENT:DO NOT USE IF THE SEAL ON THE TUBE IS PUNCTURED OR NOT VISIBLE
Label information
Dist. by: Wellspring Meds
Airmont, NY 10952
Made in Canada
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 2g Tube Package
Compare to the active
ingredient in Abreva ®*
Docosanol
Cream 10%
Cold Sore
Fever Blister
Treatment
For Topical Use Only
Net Wt. 2 g (0.07 oz)
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: 289e5003-7d08-c141-e063-6394a90abca3 · Version 4
NDC: 73581-004