Can abreva be used to treat canker sores?
Answers to frequently asked questions about Abreva® Cream, cold sore treatment instructions, and much more can be found here.
You can apply Abreva® Cream with a cotton swab or fingertip.Follow the directions on the package if you apply enough to cover your cold sore.Before applying Abreva® Cream, make sure to wash your hands.
For up to 10 days, you should apply Abreva® Cream five times a day.After you wash your face, apply Abreva® Cream.
Abreva® Cream is only indicated for the treatment of cold sores.
If you want to get the best results, use an ample amount to completely cover your cold sore.Rub the cream gently, but completely.
Adults and children over the age of 12 can use Abreva® Cream.It should be used five times a day.You will not want to share your tube of Abreva® Cream with others.It is possible that the infection may be spread by doing so.If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, you should talk to your doctor.
It is not a good idea to use Abreva® Cream for more than 10 days.It could be a sign of a more serious disease.If your cold sore doesn't heal in 10 days, you should contact your doctor.You will receive an updated diagnosis if you have a doctor look at it.
Before applying or reapplying Abreva® Cream, remove any makeup.Apply lipstick over Abreva® Cream.If you apply cosmetics or sunscreen over an unhealed cold sore, you can spread the infection.
In the event that someone swallows a large amount of tube contents, this statement is precautionary.The amount licked will be small and should not give cause for concern.Ask your doctor if you are unsure.
During a cold sore outbreak, kissing should be avoided.Cold sores can be spread by getting up close and personal.When you kiss your loved ones, especially on the mouth, you are more likely to transmit the disease.Cold sores can spread to other parts of the body.
Normal skin and cold sores can be treated with Abreva® Cream.Applying Abreva® Cream both on and around the sore will ensure that both the obvious cold sore and areas still developing are adequately treated.
Abreva® Cream can be applied if your cold sore involves the outside of the nostrils.It is not a good idea to put Abreva® Cream inside the nose.The mouth and nose are very sensitive and you could experience some irritation.
There should be no problem with small amounts of Abreva® Cream just inside the lip or mouth junction.If you accidentally place a large amount of cream in your mouth, rinse it out with water and contact your health professional.
A cold sore can be triggered by a number of factors, including fatigue, stress, a cold, or the flu, all of which can weaken your immune system, making you easy prey for an outbreak.Cold weather, dry air, winter wind, and UV rays can damage your skin by drying out your lips.Cold sores can be caused by stress from dental procedures.