Docosanol 10%
Indications
Docosanol 10% is used for:
Cold sores, Herpes labialis, Fever blisters
Adult Dose
Cold sore/fever blister
Apply topically to cover all lesions 5 times/day; rub gently but completely
Child Dose
< 12 years: Safety & efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Administration
Wash hands before using. Apply docosanol topical in a quantity sufficient to cover the affected lesions and immediately surrounding skin until the lesions are healed
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity.
Precautions
Do not share this product with anyone. This may spread infection.
Stop using docosanol if cold sore gets worse or is not healed within 10 days.
Docosanol is not recommended for use in CHILDREN younger than 12 years of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: NA
Lactation: Not studied
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Docosanol 10% :
1-10%
Headache, Application site reaction (e.g., burning, stinging)
Mechanism of Action
Exerts its antiviral effect on HSV by inhibiting fusion of the virus envelope with host cell plasma membranes, resulting in inhibition of viral entry into cells and subsequent viral replication.