Cold Sores

Start antiviral treatment as soon as tingling or burning begins Use docosanol cream as directed at the first sign of a sore Ask a clinician about...

Start antiviral treatment as soon as tingling or burning begins Use prescription antivirals such as valacyclovir, acyclovir, or famciclovir Ask a doctor about oral antiviral medicine...

Apply an over-the-counter antiviral cream such as docosanol at the first sign of tingling or itching Use prescription antiviral medicine if prescribed by a clinician Keep...

Use over-the-counter antiviral creams or ointments as soon as tingling starts Apply cold compresses to reduce pain and swelling Keep the sore clean and dry Wash hands...

Start antiviral treatment as soon as tingling or burning begins Use prescription antiviral pills such as valacyclovir, acyclovir, or famciclovir if available Apply an over-the-counter docosanol...

Start antiviral treatment as soon as tingling or burning begins Use prescription oral antivirals such as valacyclovir, acyclovir, or famciclovir if available Apply docosanol cream at...