Question 1

should i use zovirax (acyclovir) ointment for a cold sore on my lip?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Zovirax (acyclovir) is commonly used follow your drs instructions and remember it works best when started as early as possible whicheans when you first feel either pain or tingling in the spot before the blisters  materialize.

Question 2

is it possible to use zovirax (acyclovir) ointment for a cold sore on my lip?

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Oral: I  believe that oral antivirals are recommended (vice topical). Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedites healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by half. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences.  Brief supplementation with lysine 1, 000mg orally three times a day at the onset, can also hasten healing. Your physician can prescribe oral valtrex (valacyclovir).

Question 3

can i nurse while applying zovirax (acyclovir) ointment to my lip for treatment of a cold sore?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Just wash hands after applying it to be extra safe, but this drug is known to be safe when breastfeeding even if taken internally. We use it in babies all the time.

Question 4

i have a bad cold sore on my lip so i have taken 2 valacyclovir pills in 24 hours. i have both 86 and 87, unsure how much i should be taking or even which one. i am also using lysine as a topical ointment. i need it to heal as soon as possible?

Accepted Answer

: The recommended and most effective treatment for recurrent oral herpes (cold sore) is 2 grams of valacyclovir (four 500 mg tablets) twice, about 12 hours apart. Additional treatment beyond that has absolutely no effect in speeding healing. Lysine ointment has no effect at all. Good luck. (I don't know what you mean by "both 86 and 87"??)

Question 5

can i use chloramphenicol eye ointment to treat a cold sore on the lips instead of aciclovir? will it help with the cold sore? or is there maybe something more effective than both of these ointments?

Accepted Answer

Not Chloramphenicol : Cold sore usually from herpes virus, chloramphenicol only treats bacterial infection. The ointment may provide relief from dryness but will not help cold sore. Acyclovir is the way to go, as well as boosting immunity with liquids, rest, and supplements as needed to prevent recurrence and promote faster healing.

Question 6

cold sore on my top lip finally went away 3 days ago. today i woke up with a cold sore on my bottom lip. is this normal?!?! what do i do??

Accepted Answer

Cold sore: Yes, you can have cold sores repeatedly. You can use over the counter antiviral ointment which may help it if it is due to herpes.

Question 7

how do i get rid of a cold sore on top of my lip?

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Which lip?: Leave it alone and it will go away by itself.
If you wish you can use herpacin or other topicals on the lips of the mouth, or zovirax (acyclovir) on the lips of the vagina.

Question 8

my gf had a cold sore on her top lip for more 1 month is it herpes ? i knew that herpes sore stays max for 14 days what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Herpes Questions: Yes, you have hit it on the head. This sounds abnormal and she needs to be seen by her trusted medical advisor...Or at least an expert in herpes.  There might be more going on.

Question 9

i have a cold sore on the top of my lip, is it okay for me to put tea tree oil on it?

Accepted Answer

Some people have: Used tea tree oil on cold sores with variable results reported. Your doctor can prescribe valtrex (valacyclovir). Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) has been shown in european studies to help expedite cold sore healing. It can reduce healing time by 1/2. Studies also show regular use can help v recurrences. Brief supplementation w lysine 1, 000mg orally 3x a day at the onset, can hasten healing. Your &gt;.

Question 10

cold sore on top lip and inside nostril, sore gums and roof of mouth?

Accepted Answer

An outbreak. : Sounds like you have an outbreak of cold sores.  They do come in numbers sometimes and the best thing do is go to your dentist or md and get a script for acyclovir.  If you are prone to these outbreaks or even singular sores..Then have some of that drug on hand at all times.

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I have a bad cold sore on my lip so i have taken 2 valacyclovir pills in 24 hours. i have both 86 and 87, unsure how much i should be taking or even which one. i am also using lysine as a topical ointment. i need it to heal as soon as possible?

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Can i use chloramphenicol eye ointment to treat a cold sore on the lips instead of aciclovir? will it help with the cold sore? or is there maybe something more effective than both of these ointments?

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Cold sore on my top lip finally went away 3 days ago. today i woke up with a cold sore on my bottom lip. is this normal?!?! what do i do??

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How do i get rid of a cold sore on top of my lip?

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My gf had a cold sore on her top lip for more 1 month is it herpes ? i knew that herpes sore stays max for 14 days what does this mean?

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I have a cold sore on the top of my lip, is it okay for me to put tea tree oil on it?

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Cold sore on top lip and inside nostril, sore gums and roof of mouth?

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