Blistex Cold Sore Cream DocosanolTube 2gm

at the first sign of a recurrent cold sore, apply to the affected area 5 times a day, at approximately 3 hourly intervals until healed, for a maximum of 10 days. do not start treatment with cream at the stage of an already developed blister or ulcer.

for full details read before use and retain the enclosed patient information leaflet. warnings and precautions:

• do not use if sensitive to Docosanol or any other ingredients.
• children under 12 should not use Docosonal 10 % cream.
• do not use and consult your doctor if you have a weakened immune system.
• should only be used for cold sores on the mouth and face.
• avoid getting the cream into the eyes.

if symptoms do not improve after 10 days, or if they worsen, consult your doctor.

what is a cold sore?

a cold sore starts with a tingling, burning sensation to the lip. a blister then appears within 48 hours and can take up to ten days to fully heal. flu, fatigue, stress and extreme weather conditions are just a few of the common triggers for cold sores, meaning that many people tend to suffer more cold sores during the colder months of the year.

the blister may spread and be irritating or painful whilst it heals, so it’s advised to use a treatment such as Blistex cold sore cream to help aid the healing process.