Docosanol 10% (Docosanol 10 Percent Cream Ene 0 07 1)
Docosanol Cream 10% is a non-prescription medicine used for treating cold sores. It is estimated that one-in-five Americans is affected by cold sores each year. The cream is different from other over-the-counter remedies because it contains 10% docosanol, which helps to shorten the healing time of cold sores and the duration of the symptoms. Docosanol Cream should be applied five times a day at the first sign of the cold sore for best results. The cream can be applied with cosmetics like lipstick, but it is advised to use separate applicators to avoid spreading the infection.*