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Step 1
Stop the Pain of Cold Sores!
Cold sores can be very painful and the first step to get rid of cold sores if to treat the pain so that you are not uncomfortable. Oral analgesic are one good way to stop the pain of cold sores. There are also many over the counter gels like Oragel also work to ease the pain of cold sores. -
Step 2
Using Anti-viral Ointments!
Although it is impossible to completely stop a cold sore, you can greatly reduce the time you will have it and the symptoms by taking an anti viral ointment. This will help get rid of the cold sore faster. There are many on the market and the most effective anti viral cold sore treatment is Abreva and Viranox. -
Step 3
Prescriptions!
If you commonly get cold sores, it may be time to look into a prescription treatment. These medicines to get rid of cold sores are anti viral but stronger than typical over the counter remedies. They also help to prevent future outbreaks. Some effective prescription cold sore treatments are Penciclovir, Aciclovire, Valicyclovir, and Ganciclovir. -
Step 4
Prevent Cold Sores!
Since you can never fully stop a cold sore once it starts, it is important to prevent them before they happen. Keep lips well moisturized, avoid stress, avoid over exposure to the sun, and avoid contact with people with cold sores to lessen your chance of developing one yourself!
Comments
medphysinfo said
on 5/1/2009 Great information and nicely written.
jenng said
on 4/21/2009 Great article on how to get rid of cold sores 5*
sonni57 said
on 4/13/2009 Thanks for the info on how to get rid of cold sores.