Cold sore creams and ointments can help protect the lips and reduce the discomfort of a cold sore outbreak. Herpecil-L is a common brand name. These medications usually contain sunscreen. Other ingredients may include lysine (an amino acid that may help reduce the length of cold sore outbreaks), vitamins, and a soothing balm as a base.
Cold sore creams and ointments can be applied every hour, especially while outdoors. They can be found in most drugstores.
Cold sore creams and ointments can help protect the lips and reduce the discomfort of a cold sore outbreak. Herpecil-L is a common brand name. These medications usually contain sunscreen. Other ingredients may include lysine (an amino acid that may help reduce the length of cold sore outbreaks), vitamins, and a soothing balm as a base.
Cold sore creams and ointments reduce the discomfort of a cold sore outbreak by protecting the lips. (These medicines often contain soothing ingredients and sunscreen.)
