Docosanol 10% (Docosanol 10 Percent Cream Ene 0 07 1)
Docosanol Cream, 10% is an over-the-counter cold sore treatment cream that contains 10% docosanol. It helps to shorten the healing time of cold sores and the duration of symptoms including tingling, pain, itching, and burning. It is recommended to apply five times a day until the cold sore is healed. This cream can be used by both adults and children over 12 years old. It is essential to be aware of early warning signs of cold sores, and to be sure to avoid close physical contact when you have one. Cosmetics such as lipstick can be applied over Docosanol Cream, but use a separate applicator to avoid spreading the infection.*