Cold Sore Patches: Application and Effectiveness

Cold sore patches are adhesive patches infused with antiviral medications to help treat cold sores or fever blisters on the lips.

Cold Sore Patches FAQ

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How do cold sore patches work?

The advancement of hydrocolloid technology has made cold sore patches a viable treatment alternative when you have an outbreak. These patches are occlusive, absorbent wound dressings that promote healing of the lesion, as well as relief from symptoms and discreet hiding of the sore. How do they work?

How do I remove a cold sore patch?

Hold the clear paper applicator at the curved edge. Using both hands, carefully peel off the clear paper applicator from the protective teal coloured cover. You will see the round cold sore patch on the upper part of the applicator. Take care not to touch the adhesive side of the patch.

How long should a cold sore patch be used?

COMPEED ® cold sore patches should be used 24 hours a day until the sore is healed*. Don’t remove the patch because you want the sore to ‘breathe’. This is actually counter-productive and can lengthen the healing* process. The COMPEED Discreet cold sore patch contains hydrocolloid gel for faster healing and scabbing prevention.

Do cold sore patches work?

PLEASE REFER TO ANY HEALTH AND PRODUCT WARNINGS BELOW. COMPEED? Cold Sore Patches act like a second skin, sealing the cold sore blister and creating the optimal healing environment to treat cold sores fast and effectively without the need for antiviral creams.

How do you apply a cold sore patch?

You will see the round cold sore patch on the upper part of the applicator. Take care not to touch the adhesive side of the patch. Apply this part of the applicator to the cold sore and using a mirror, gently press down to firmly place the patch on to the cold sore. Gently peel back the applicator leaving the patch in place.