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Drugs for the Treatment of Cold Sores: Trade Names and Generic Names

This section has a list of generic name(s) and the several brand name(s) of the drugs used for the treatment of Cold Sores (Recurrent Herpes Labialis / Herpes Labialis / Fever Blisters ). Its purpose is to provide doctors and consumers a ready reckoner to find the relevant drugs.
The information helps you learn more about the generic drug, including its brand name(s), price, dosage, side effects, adverse events, how to take and appropriate times to take it by simply click on the drugs. Plus there are FAQs too about each drug.
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Acyclovir And Hydrocortisone

Acyclovir and hydrocortisone contain acyclovir, an antiviral agent used to treat cold sores or fever blisters caused by the virus and a steroid, hydrocortisone helps to relieve the pain, itching and the burning sensation.
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Amantadine

Amantadine is a synthetic (man-made) anti-viral and antiparkinson agent, prescribed for Parkinson's disease and also for treating certain types of flu.
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Docosanol

Docosanol is a saturated fatty alcohol, prescribed for cold sores or fever blisters.
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Penciclovir

Penciclovir is a guanine analogue antiviral drug, prescribed for recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores).



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Herpes labialis presents as a blister or cluster of small blisters that appear at the corner or edge of the lips which are painful and reddish purple in color.
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