Aciclovir 5% Cold Sore Cream

An antiviral cream that helps cold sores heal faster by stopping the virus from multiplying. It works the same way as branded cold sore creams such as Zovirax. How to use: Start as soon as you feel the first tingle. Apply a thin layer to the affected area five times a day, roughly every four hours, for five days. If the sore has not healed, you can continue for up to ten days. Good to know: Wash your hands before and after applying, and avoid touching the sore in between. Speak to a pharmacist or GP if it has not healed after ten days.