Cold sores are small blisters that develop on the lips or around the mouth. They are caused by the common and highly contagious herpes simplex virus. You may not experience any symptoms when you first become infected with the virus. Read to learn more about the symptoms, causes, risk factors and treatment of cold sores.
Zovirax is a brand medication that contains Acyclovir, which belongs to a class of antivirals. It works by inhibiting the DNA synthesis of viruses to destroy viruses. It is therefore used to treat viral infections like herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2, varicella-zoster virus (herpes zoster and chickenpox), cold sores, Herpes zoster virus infections (Shingles).
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