Docosanol Dailymed
Generic: docosanol
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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. Symptoms may 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 the 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 the 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 the 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 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
- do not freeze
Inactive Ingredients
benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate, sucrose stearate
Questions Or Comments?
Call 1-866-210-9797 Monday-Friday 9AM-6PM EST
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TUBE PACK
NDC 70000-0672-1
Docosanol Cream, 10%
Compare to the active ingredient in Abreva®**
Cold Sore/Fever Buler Treatment
Non-prescription Medicine to Shorten Healing Time*
Cold Sore Treatment
For Topical Use Only
NET WT 2g (0.07 oz)
**This product is not manufactured or distributed by GSK Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Abreva®.
*Contains the only non-prescription cold sore medicine approved by the FDA to shorten healing time and duration of symptoms.
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Distributed by:
CARDINAL HEALTH,
DUBLIN, OHIO 43017
Code No.: GUJ/DRUGS/G/25/2216
Made in India
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