Cold Sore Treatment Docosanol

Drug Facts

Docosanol 10%

Cold sore/ fever blister treatment

• treats cold sores/fever blisters on the face or lips
• shortens healing time and duration of symptoms:
  • tingling, pain, burning, and/or itching

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.

Label information

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

• 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

• store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
• do not freeze

benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate and sucrose stearate

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Docosanol Cream 10%
COLD SORE / FEVER BLISTER TREATMENT

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FDA APPROVED MEDICINE
to Shorten Healing Time*

For Topical Use Only

NET WT. 2 g (0.07 oz)

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