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Easiest way to get rid of a cold sore?

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Antiviral medication: Valtrex, (valacyclovir) acyclovir, Famvir are anti viral oral meds that help heal cold sores faster. These are prescription meds. You can never get rid of a cold sore permanently. It recurs periodically.

Answered 3/16/2017

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Use antiviral : The use of antiviral topical like zoviras or abreva can reduce the duration of cold sores.

Answered 4/6/2013

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