Fenistil Cold Sore Cream 2g
Fenistil Cold Sore Cream is for the treatment of cold sores
Use as early as possible at the first sign of a cold sore developing
- speeds up healing
- shortens the duration of pain
- shortens the time the cold sore is infectious
Contains the antiviral active ingredient Penciclovir
Read your own entire leaflet carefully before you start to use the cream. If you have any questions, or are not sure about anything, please ask your doctor or pharmacist. Keep your leaflet; you may want to read it again.
What does Fenistil Cold Sore Cream do?
Fenistil Cold Sore Cream is for the treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis). A cold sore is caused by a viral infection. The virus can remain inactive for extended periods of time, but when triggered the virus multiplies and a cold sore develops. This can occur, for example when you are run-down, when you have a cold or flu, or when you have been out in strong sunlight. The virus causes painful blistering of the lips.
Penciclovir is an antiviral medicine which stops the virus multiplying. Applying Fenistil Cold Sore Cream means your cold sore heals faster and the duration of pain will be shorter. The time your cold sore is infectious will also be shorter, although applying Fenistil Cold Sore Cream will not stop you spreading your cold sores to another person.
How should you use Fenistil Cold Sore Cream?
Adults and children over 12 years of age: Use as early as possible, at the first sign that a cold sore is developing.
Always wash your hands before and after applying the cream.
Squeeze a small amount onto your finger and apply to the affected area. Apply at approximately 2 hourly intervals throughout the day (approximately 8 times a day) for 4 days.
Not suitable for children under 12 years of age
You should see your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen at any time, or if your cold sore does not heal
properly after 4 days of treatment.
What to do if you forget to use the cream:
If you forget a treatment, apply some cream as soon as you remember, then continue as before.
What to do if you accidentally swallow the cream:
Fenistil Cold Sore Cream is not harmful if accidentally swallowed and no treatment is necessary but it may cause irritation in the mouth. Please contact your doctor or pharmacist if you are concerned.
What is in your Fenistil Cold Sore Cream?
The tube of Fenistil Cold Sore Cream contains 2 g of white cream containing the antiviral active ingredient penciclovir (1% w/w). The cream also contains white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, propylene glycol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetomacrogol 1000 and purified water.
Warnings
Fenistil Cold Sore Cream should not be used:
- If you know you are allergic to penciclovir, famciclovir or any other ingredient in the cream
- If you have previously used Fenistil Cold Sore Cream and become unwell
- Inside your mouth, in or near your eyes, or on your genitals. It should only be applied to cold sores on the lips and surrounding skin.
Please see your doctor before using this medicine if:
- You are unsure that your sore is a cold sore
- Your cold sore is particularly severe
- You have a condition or are receiving treatment which weakens your immune system (i.e. the way your body fights infection is reduced), for example HIV infection, a bone marrow transplant or cancer treatment.
- You are pregnant or breast feeding.
- Important information about some of the excipients of Fenistil Cold Sore Cream
- Contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis). Also contains propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation.
Does Fenistil Cold Sore Cream have side effects?
Most people who use Fenistil Cold Sore Cream find it causes them no problems. However, mild side effects can occasionally occur in some people. Some people may get burning, stinging, or numbness when the cream is applied. The effects will usually go away quickly. Some people have also reported allergic-type reactions such as allergic dermatitis, rash, hives, itching and swelling.
If you have any of the above side effects and they are severe, or if you find you experience any other unwanted effects, stop using the cream and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Storing Fenistil Cold Sore Cream:
Keep Fenistil Cold Sore Cream in its pack
Do not store above 30°C
Do not freeze
Do not use the cream after the “use by/expiry date” found on the tube and carton
Keep out of the reach and sight of children
Remember cold sores are infectious
Use only your own towel and face cloth and do not share cutlery, cups, glasses etc.
Avoid breaking the blisters or picking sores, as this may prolong the healing process
Avoid touching your eyes, as the virus can cause a serious condition if it gets into the eyes
Do not give open cream to others, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
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