Are you supposed to rub in abreva?

Apply Abreva® Cream 5 times throughout the day with a cotton swab or your finger. Use an ample amount to completely cover the sore and surrounding area. Rub it in gently and completely. If you miss a dose, just apply it as soon as you remember and continue on schedule.

How long does it take for a cold sore to go away with abreva?

At the first sign of cold sore (when you feel the “tingle”), apply nonprescription Abreva® Cream. When done so, it is clinically proven to heal a cold sore in 2½ days*. *Median healing time 4.1 days. 25% of users healed in 2.5 days.

Can I put abreva on an open cold sore?

Abreva cream is safe to apply on both normal skin and cold sores.

Can you use too much abreva?

Use Abreva (Docosanol Topical) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

How fast does abreva start working?

Abreva® starts to work immediately and shortens the duration of pain, itching, burning, and tingling. It’s the only nonprescription cold sore medicine approved by the FDA to shorten healing time. When applied at the first sign, Abreva® is clinically proven to heal a cold sore in as little as 2½ days*.

Is it better to dry out a cold sore or keep it moist?

You’re best to let it dry out to the point where it is no longer painful, and then begin applying cream or lip balm to minimize splitting. As the cold sore resolves itself, keep your lips moist to prevent bleeding, which also aids in the healing at this stage.

Can you leave Abreva on overnight?

Can I use Abreva Cream longer than 10 days? No, it is not recommended to use Abreva® Cream longer than 10 days. Also, it could be the sign of a more serious infection. You should contact your doctor if your cold sore has not healed within 10 days while using Abreva® Cream.

How effective is Abreva?

Abreva is Effective, but Results May Vary. By the sound of it, Abreva medication seems to really be effective remedy for cold sores. It has shown to work in shortening the duration of a cold sore outbreak and preventing further infection.

Can you use Abreva Inside Your Mouth?

Abreva is made for use on your face or around your lips, but you can also use it around your nostrils if your cold sores have extended there. Don’t apply it inside your nose or mouth. If a small amount gets into your mouth, such as cream that you licked off your lips after application, there is no need to worry.

What is Abreva used for?

Abreva is the brand name of the drug docosanol, which is used to treat cold sore infections caused by the herpes simplex virus.

How long to use Abreva?

Abreva is recommended for adults and children 12 years and over, and should be used exactly as directed: five times a day until your cold sore is healed, for a maximum of 10 days.