Abreva Cold Sore/Fever Blister Treatment Pump

Docosanol 10% cream. Only FDA approved medicine to shorten healing time*. Portable convenient pump. Read inside fold out for full details. Thank you for purchasing Abreva. We hope that since Abreva has been demonstrated to shorten 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 blister, or cluster of blisters 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. 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. * Abreva contains the only OTC medicine approved by the FDA to shorten healing time and duration of symptoms. Other Information: Store at 20 degrees - 25 degrees C (68 degrees - 77 degrees F). Do not freeze. Questions or comments? Call toll-free: 1-877-709-3539. For more information: Call us at 1-877-709-3539.

Directions: Press pump completely about 6 - 8 times to get first dose. Retain this insert for full product uses, directions and warnings. How to use your Abreva Pump: Step 1- Wash your hands before and after treating the cold sore. Step 2 - Remove cap and press pump firmly. When first used, expect to press pump completely about 6-8 times before obtaining first dose. Step 3 - Rub in gently but completely 5 times a day until healed for maximum of 10 days. Step 4 - Place cap back on pump after each use. 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 blister (tingle). Early treatment ensures the best results. Rub in gently but completely. Use 5 times a day until healed. 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. If you wish, you can apply cosmetics such as lipstick 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. Children under 12 Years: Ask a doctor.

Country of Origin

Germany,Made In Germany.

Manufacturer

GSK Consumer Healthcare