Abreva: Benefits and Application
Abreva FAQ
What is Abreva ® cream?
Abreva ® Cream contains a unique, active ingredient that, when used at the first sign of a cold sore, helps to protect healthy cells from the cold sore infection. Other nonprescription treatments like Orajel™ and Carmex ® only provide temporary relief from the symptoms of a cold sore.
What is Abreva used for?
Abreva is used to treat cold sores. If you are allergic to Abreva; any part of this medicine; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
Does Abreva help a cold sore?
Topical over-the-counter cream, such as Abreva, has not shown significant efficacy in medical studies, per Dr. Shainhouse. “One study suggests that it may reduce the total time of the cold sore episode by 18 hours.” "Certain medications, such as Abreva, may also help cold sores heal faster if used as soon as you feel a cold sore developing.
When should I start using Abreva?
The sooner you begin using ABREVA, the more effective the medicine will be. So for best results, use ABREVA at the very start of the cold sore - when you feel the first sign of the tingle, redness, bump or itch. ABREVA is different from other over-the-counter cold sore products.
How is Abreva different from other over-the-counter cold sore products?
ABREVA is different from other over-the-counter cold sore products. Only ABREVA contains 10% docosanol, which helps to shorten the healing time of cold sores and the duration of symptoms including tingling, pain, itching and burning.
When should I use Abreva If I have a cold?
Use the medication as soon as you start experiencing symptoms. Early signs of a coming cold sore include pain, burning, or feeling the blister emerging. Abreva is made for use on your face or around your lips, but you can also use it around your nostrils if your cold sores have extended there. Don't apply it inside your nose or mouth.
Abreva References
If you want to know more about Abreva, consider exploring links below:
What Is Abreva
- https://www.drugs.com/mtm/abreva.html
- https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-20512/abreva-topical/details
- https://www.abreva.com/
- https://www.verywellhealth.com/best-cold-sore-medicines-4172210
- https://www.goodrx.com/docosanol/what-is
- https://www.medicine.com/drug/abreva
- https://www.rxlist.com/abreva-drug.htm
- https://www.singlecare.com/prescription/abreva/what-is