GNP Docosanol 10% Cold Sore Cream, 0.07 oz

Description

We hope that since Docosanol Cream shortens the healing time of cold sores, it helps you look and feel better faster. An estimated one-in-five Americans is affected by cold sores each year. Most people who experience them get two to three cold sore outbreaks each year. Just before and during an outbreak, the cold sore infection can easily be passed on to others. It is especially important to be aware of early warning signs that a cold sore is coming, and to be sure to avoid close physical contact when you have one. A blister, or cluster of blisters around your mouth, is caused by the cold sore virus. After the cold sore has healed, the virus stays dormant in your body but can be reactivated by everyday triggers like stress, sunlight, extreme hot or cold weather, colds and flu, lack of sleep, or menstruation. A typical cold sore outbreak can last as long as seven to ten days. The sooner you begin using Docosanol Cream, the more effective the medicine will be. So for best results, use Docosanol Cream at the very start of the cold sore - when you feel the first sign of the tingle, redness, bump or itch. Docosanol Cream is different from other over-the-counter cold sore products. Only Docosanol Cream contains 10% docosanol, which helps to shorten the healing time of cold sores and the duration of symptoms including tingling, pain, itching and burning. *Non-prescription cold sore medicine to shorten healing time and duration of symptoms.

Directions

Adults and children 12 years or over: wash hands before and after applying cream; apply to affected area on the 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.

Ingredients

Docosanol 10%, benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate, sucrose stearate.

WARNINGS

Allergy Alert: This product may cause a sever 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 the 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 the 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 right away.