Soothelip Cold Sores Cream 2g

Soothelip for Cold Sores Cream contains Aciclovir, which is an antiviral agent that has been shown to be effective in treating infections caused by the herpes simplex virus, more commonly known as cold sores.It is important to start treating the cold sore as soon as it begins. You may be able to tell when you are about to get a cold sore an itching or tingling feeling. You should use the cream when you first notice this itching or tingling feeling as it may prevent the cold sore from developing.How does it workSoothelip Cold Sore Cream contains the active ingredient aciclovir, which is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat skin infections with the herpes simplex virus, for example cold sores and genital herpes caused by herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2. NB. Aciclovir cream is also available without a brand name, ie as the generic medicine.Aciclovir works by stopping the herpes simplex virus from reproducing and infecting more cells.Aciclovir is converted to a more active form inside cells of the body that are infected with herpes simplex. The activated aciclovir then works by blocking the action of a viral enzyme called DNA polymerase.The herpes virus needs the DNA polymerase enzyme to copy its genetic material from RNA to DNA. This process is necessary for the virus to multiply and continue to survive. By blocking the action of DNA polymerase, aciclovir prevents the herpes virus from multiplying. This controls the infection and helps the immune system to deal with it.For recurrent infections aciclovir cream is most effective if treatment is started as soon as the first signs of the infection begin to reappear.What does Soothlip containSoothelip contains 5% of Aciclovir. It is a smooth white to off white cream that also contains cetyl alcohol, dimethicone, heavy liquid paraffin, polyethylene glycol 5 glyceryl stearate, propylene glycol, sorbic acid, white soft paraffin and water.UsageWash your hands before and after applying the cream, this will prevent your cold sore getting worse or spreading, or you infecting someone else.Apply the cream to the affected area five times daily about every four hours for five days.If your cold sore has not healed after five days of treatment you can continue using the cream for another five days.If your cold sore has not healed after ten days or gets worse during treatment you should consult your doctor.For external use only. Do not aply to the inside of the mouth, the eye or for herpes infections of genital areas.Smooth, white cream containing Aciclovir 5%.