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Abreva® cream is commonly used for treating cold sores or fever blisters on the face or lips and shortening the duration of symptoms (e.g., tingling, pain, itching, burning).
Use Abreva® cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instruction.
Abreva® cream is for external use only. Apply only to affected areas. Do not get Abreva® cream in your eyes. If you get Abreva® cream in your eyes, rinse immediately with cool tap water.
Wash your hands before and after applying Abreva® cream. Apply to affected area on face or lips at the first sign of a cold sore or fever blister (e.g., bump, itch, tingle, redness). Early treatment ensures the best results. Rub the medicine in gently but completely.
Use Abreva® cream 5 times a day until healed unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
For best results, remove any cosmetics prior to applying Abreva® cream.
You may apply cosmetics (e.g., lipstick) over Abreva® cream. Use a separate applicator, such as a cotton swab, to apply cosmetics over the unhealed sore to avoid spreading the infection.
Abreva® cream is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store Abreva® cream in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different brands of Abreva® cream that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush Abreva® cream down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Before using this drug, tell your doctor if:
Do not share this product with anyone. This may spread infection.
Stop using Abreva® cream and contact your doctor if your cold sore gets worse or is not healed within 10 days.
Abreva® cream is not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years of age without first checking with your doctor. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
There isn’t enough information about the safety of using Abreva® cream during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking Abreva® cream.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue) may occur when using this drug.
Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about a side-effect, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Abreva® cream may interact with other drugs that you are currently taking, which can change how your drug works or increase your risk for serious side effects. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any drugs without your doctor’s approval.
Abreva® cream may interact with food or alcohol by altering the way the drug works or increase the risk for serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.
Abreva® cream may interact with your health condition. This interaction may worsen your health condition or alter the way the drug works. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all the health conditions you currently have.
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Abreva® cream (docosanol).
Use Abreva® cream 5 times a day until healed unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
The dosage has not been established in pediatric patients. It may be unsafe for your child. It is always important to fully understand the safety of the drug before using. Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Abreva® cream is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of Abreva® cream, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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