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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>== '''What Is DOCOSANOL?''' ==<br />
DOCOSANOL cream which contain [[Docosanol]] 10% used for Cold sore/fever blister treatment.<br />
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== '''What are the uses of this medicine?''' ==<br />
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* This medicine is used for the treatment of cold sores/fever blisters on the face or lips <br />
* This medicine shortens healing time and duration of symptoms: <br />
tingling, pain, burning, and/or itching<br />
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== '''How does this medicine work?''' ==<br />
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* Docosanol is thought to act by inhibiting the fusion of the human host cell with the viral envelope of the [[herpes]] virus, thus preventing its replication.<br />
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== '''Who Should Not Use this medicine ?''' ==<br />
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This medicine cannot be used in:<br />
* People who are allergic to any ingredient in this product<br />
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== '''Is this medicine FDA approved?''' ==<br />
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* More recently, docosanol has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a pharmaceutical antiviral agent for reducing the duration of cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus in the OTC medication '''Abreva'''.<br />
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== '''How should this medicine be used?''' ==<br />
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* wash hands before and after applying cream<br />
* apply to affected area on the face or lips at the first sign of cold sore/fever blister (tingle).<br />
* early treatment ensures the best results<br />
* rub in gently but completely<br />
* use 5 times a day until healed<br />
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== '''What are the dosage forms and brand names of this medicine?''' ==<br />
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This medicine is available in fallowing doasage form:<br />
* Docosanol Cream, 10%<br />
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This medicine is available in fallowing brand names:<br />
* Abreva<br />
* Erazaban<br />
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=='''What side effects can this medication cause?'''==<br />
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Common possible side effects of this medicine include:<br />
This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. <br />
Symptoms may include: <br />
* hives <br />
* facial swelling <br />
* wheezing/difficulty breathing <br />
* shock<br />
* rash<br />
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== What special precautions should I follow? ==<br />
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* apply only to the affected areas<br />
* do not use in or near the eyes<br />
* avoid applying directly inside your mouth<br />
* do not share this product with anyone. This may spread the infection.<br />
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== '''What to do in case of emergency/overdose?''' ==<br />
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* If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.<br />
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== '''Can this medicine be used in pregnancy?''' ==<br />
This topical has not been yet tested if it is safe to be used by pregnant women. <br />
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==Can this medicine be used in children?==<br />
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* Docosanol has not been specifically approved for treatment of children under 12.<br />
* Adults and children 12 years and over can use Docosanol Cream. <br />
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== '''What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication?''' ==<br />
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* store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)<br />
* do not freeze<br />
* keep out of reach of children<br />
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