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Is abreva also useful for herpes type 2 blisters in the genitals?
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No: It is intended just for herpes simplex 1, cold sores. I believe they explain that on their packaging.
Answered 7/10/2014
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Should be: Really only effective if applied at the first sign of an outbreak - it disrupts the binding of the virus to the cell. Once the outbreak is full-blown then you would need oral medication like acyclovir or valtrex (valacyclovir).
Answered 11/4/2016
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