The ointments for cold sores have in their antiviral composition that helps to eliminate the Herpes virus, facilitating the healing of the lip. Some of the most used ointments to treat this problem are:
- Zovirax, which has acyclovir in its composition; Flancomax, which has in its composition fanciclovir; Penvir labia, which has in its composition penciclovir.
In addition to these ointments, there are also transparent liquid adhesives that can be placed on the wound caused by herpes, which although they do not have an antiviral in their composition, they are also effective in healing the wounds, as is the case of the Liquid Curative Filmogel for Herpes Labial Mercurchrome. This product provides healing, relieves pain and prevents contamination by forming a discreet and transparent film.
How to use ointment for cold sores
The ointment for cold sores should be used 3 to 4 times a day, until the wound heals completely, which usually takes about 7 days, and the pain may stop manifesting from the 2nd or 3rd day.
In addition, if the ointments are not sufficient for the treatment to be effective or if herpes infections become very frequent, it may be necessary to take treatment with antiviral pills, which can only be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Learn more about treatment.
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