DOCOSANOL 10% CREAM
ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)
Docosanol 10%
PURPOSE
Cold sore/fever blister treatment
USE(S)
- treats cold sores/fever blisters on the face or lips
- shortens healing time and duration of symptoms:
- tingling, pain, burning, and/or itching
WARNINGS
Allergy alert
This product may cause a severe allergic reaction.
Syptoms may include:
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
For external use only
- hives
- facial swelling
- wheezing/difficulty breathing
- shock
- rash
DO NOT USE
When using this product
- if you are allergic to any ingredient in this product
STOP USE AND ASK 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.
DIRECTIONS
adults and children 12 years or over:
children under 12 years : ask a doctor
- wash hands before and after applying cream
- apply to affected area on 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
STORAGE
do not freeze
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate and sucrose stearate
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
For Pump Bottle
How to use your Docosanol Cream, 10% Pump - Adults and children 12 years and over can use Docosanol Cream, 10%. - Docosanol Cream, 10% should be used five times a day until the cold sore is healed. Apply it directly to the cold sore at the first sign of a tingle, redness, bump or itch for best results. - If you wish, you can apply cosmetics such as lipstick over Docosanol Cream, 10%. However, use a separate applicator, like a cotton swab, to apply cosmetics over an unhealed cold sore to avoid spreading the infection. For best results, remove any cosmetics prior to applying Docosanol Cream, 10%.
Press Pump completely about 6-8 times to get first dose.
STEP 1 – Wash your hands before and after treating the cold sore.
STEP 2 – Remove cap and press pump firmly. When first used, expect to press pump completely about 6-8 times before obtaining first dose.
STEP 3 – Rub in gently but completely 5 times a day until healed for maximum of 10 days.
STEP 4 – Place cap back on pump after each use.
For Tube
Who can use Docosanol Cream, 10%?
Adults and children 12 years and over can use Docosanol Cream, 10%.
How often can I apply Docosanol Cream, 10%?
Docosanol Cream, 10% should be used five times a day until the cold sore is healed. Apply it directly to the cold sore at the first sign of a tingle, redness, bump or itch for best results.
Can I apply cosmetics on top of Docosanol Cream, 10%?
Yes, cosmetics such as lipstick may be applied over Docosanol Cream, 10%. However, use a separate applicator, like a cotton swab, to apply cosmetics over an unhealed cold sore to avoid spreading the infection. For best results, remove any cosmetics prior to applying Docosanol Cream, 10%.