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Numark Cold Sore Cream (2g)

Numark Cold Sore Cream targets the herpes simplex virus to help clear cold sores quickly.

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Numark Cold Sore Cream is a treatment for cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus. It contains aciclovir, an antiviral medicine that works by stopping the virus from multiplying, which helps sores heal quicker and can reduce pain and itching. For best results apply at the first sign of tingling or redness and continue through the blister stage.

Active Ingredients

Aciclovir 5%

 

Other Ingredients

Stearoyl Macrogolglycerides, Dimeticone, Cetyl Alcohol, Liquid Paraffin, White Soft Paraffin, Propylene Glycol And Purified Water.

For application to the surface of the skin only:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly before use.
  • Apply a thin layer of the cream to the infected area and the skin immediately next to it, 5 times a day at intervals of about 4 hours. Take care not to rub the infected skin any more than you need to.
  • Wash your hands again, to avoid spreading the infection.
  • Use the cream for up to 5 days. If the infection has not healed after this time, you can continue to use it for a further 5 days.

Precautions

  • Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed in the Patient Information Leaflet.
  • Contact your doctor before taking if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a weakened immune system.
  • Do not use this medication on severe cold sores, mouth ulcers or mucous membranes.
  • Only use this medication on your lips and face.

 

Storage

  • Store below 25°C.
  • Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and away from moisture.
  • Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Uncommon side effects can include:

  • A burning or stinging feeling after applying the cream that goes away
  • Itching
  • Drying or flaking of your skin

For more information see Patient Information Leaflet.

 

Including any side effects that are not listed in the patient information leaflet, you can speak to your doctor or pharmacist about. Also, side effects can be reported directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or by searching “MHRA Yellow Card” in the Google Store or Apple App Store. Reporting side effects helps improve the safety of this medicine for yourself and future customers. 

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