Cold sores · General sale
Aciclovir 5% cold sore cream
The classic over-the-counter cold sore cream, applied five times a day at the first sign of an outbreak.
The classic over-the-counter cold sore cream, applied five times a day at the first sign of an outbreak.
Best for: Adults who recognise a cold-sore tingle and can start cream the same hour
Skip if: Eye involvement, a baby exposed, or sores you cannot swallow around
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Does Sanara Health sell Aciclovir 5% cold sore cream?
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Who should skip buying this online?
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Related condition page: Cold sores.