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What else can I help you with?
Can toothpaste be used to treat a cold sore effectively"?
No, toothpaste is not an effective treatment for cold sores.
Can alum be used as a remedy for cold sores"?
Yes, alum can be used as a remedy for cold sores.
Can you use sodium perborate compound for cold sores?
This is antiseptic treatment, it can be use to help heal the sores. Because cold sores are caused by a virus, an antiviral medication or cream / medication should be used with the medication to help speed up the healing process.
Can I use econazole nitrate cream for cold sores?
Econazole nitrate cream is an antifungal medication primarily used to treat fungal infections, not viral infections like cold sores, which are caused by the herpes simplex virus. Using econazole for cold sores may not be effective and could potentially delay proper treatment. For cold sores, antiviral medications like acyclovir or docosanol are recommended. Always consult a healthcare professional for appropriate treatment options.
Can nystatin ointment be used for cold sores?
Nystatin is an antibacterial agent, and cold sores are viral, so it is not effective for treating cold sores.
Can Chloramphenicol eye ointment be used on mouth cold sores?
my daughter was prescribed this by a doctor for cold sores / impetigo
How can alum be effectively used for treating cold sores?
Alum can be effectively used for treating cold sores by applying a paste made from alum powder and water directly onto the affected area. Alum has antiseptic properties that can help dry out the cold sore and promote healing. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before using alum for cold sore treatment.
Can Flucloxacillin be used when you have VERY bad cold-sores all around your mouth?
Probably not the best thing to use on cold sores around the mouth. It's more used to treat bacterial infections, and cold sores are caused by a virus. It may help heal the sores but you may not want to use it on your mouth as it could be toxic. Just get some over the counter cold sore cream to help heal te sores.
Can you use mupirocin for cold sores below lip?
Mupirocin ointment can be used on your penis. This ointment is used as a topical antibiotic for varying skin infections.
What is a good, over the counter remedy for cold sores?
I have used many different products to relieve chapped lips and cold sores. Carmex and Burt's Bees are always good choices in my humble opinion. You can get them in any local drug store in the lip care treatment section.
How can alum be effectively used to treat cold sores?
Alum can be effectively used to treat cold sores by applying a paste made from alum powder and water directly onto the affected area. Alum has antiseptic and astringent properties that can help dry out the cold sore and promote healing. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before using alum for cold sore treatment.
Can l lysine be used for anything other than cold sores and shingles?
It can be used to treat bell's paulsy and it can help improve circulation. But it's mainly used to treat cold sores. Lysine is a more natural antiviral. Shingles are slightly different, they are caused by chicken pox not cold sores.
