Review the side-effects of Docosanol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
More Common - Headache.
Less Common - Pimples, burning, dryness, itching, rash, redness, soreness, and swelling.
Abreva
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
More Common - Headache.
Less Common - Pimples, burning, dryness, itching, rash, redness, soreness, and swelling.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Docosanol
Docosanol(Abreva) generic is a saturated fatty alcohol, prescribed for cold sores or fever blisters.Trade Names for Docosanol
International :
Abreva
