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Active Ingredient


Docosanol 10%

Purpose


Cold sore/fever buler treatment

Uses

  • •treats cold sores/fever bulers 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. Symptomsmay include:
  • •hives
  • •facial swelling
  • •wheezing/difficulty breathing
  • •shock
  • •rash

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

For external use only

Do not use

  • •if you are allergic to any ingredient in this product

When using this product

  • •apply only to affected areas
  • •do not use in or near the eyes
  • •avoid applying directly inside your mouth
  • •do not share this product with anyone. This may spread infection.

Stop use and ask a 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:
    • •wash hands before and after applying cream
    • •apply to affected area on face or lips at the first sign of cold sore/fever buler (tingle)
    • •early treatment ensures the best results
    • •rub in gently but completely
    • •use 5 times a day until healed
  • • children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Other Information

  • •store at 20o-25oC (68o-77oF)
  • •do not freeze

Inactive Ingredients


benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate, sucrose stearate

Questions Or Comments?


Call toll-free 1-877-709-3539

Additional Information


*ABREVA contains the only OTC medicine approved by the FDA to shorten healing time and duration of symptoms.

Retain this insert for full product uses, directions and warnings.

If you are not completely satisfied, save receipt and remaining product, and call us at 1-877-709-3539.

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Thank you for puchasing ABREVA. We hope that since ABREVA shortens the healing time of cold sores, it helps you look and feel better faster. Please follow insert directions for proper use and refer to the information below.

You are not alone

An estimated one-in-five Americans is affected by cold sores each year. Most people who experience them get two to three cold sore outbreaks each year. Just before and during an outbreak, the cold sore infection can be easily passed on to others. It is especially important to be aware of early warning signs that a cold sore is coming, and to be sure to avoid close physical contact when you have one.

Getting to the Root of the Problem

A buler, or cluster of bulers around your mouth, is caused by the cold sore virus. After the cold sore has healed, the virus stays dormant in your body but can be reactivated by everyday triggers like stress, sunlight, extreme hot or cold weather, colds and flu, lack of sleep, or menstruation.

The Sooner, the Better

A typical cold sore outbreak can last as long as seven to ten days. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How is ABREVA different from the Over-The-Counter cold sore remedies I have already been using?

Abreva contains 10% docosanol, the only FDA approved non-prescription ingredient that can actually shorten healing time and the duration of symptoms including tingling, pain, itching, and burning. The sooner you start using ABREVA, the sooner you can begin healing your cold sore. No other Over-The-Counter cold sore product heals your cold sore faster.

Who can use ABREVA?

Adults and children 12 years and over can use ABREVA.

How often can I apply ABREVA?

ABREVA 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 ABREVA?

Yes, cosmetics such as lipstick may be applied over ABREVA. 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 ABREVA.

For More Information:
  •  Call us at 1-877-709-3539

AbrevaDOCOSANOL 10% CREAM COLD SORE/FEVER BLISTER TREATMENT

How Supplied


Product: 50090-3476

NDC: 50090-3476-0 2 g in a TUBE

Docosanol


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