Many people who suffer from cold sores are complaining about the persistent sores and unpredictable times. Get frustrated every time you wake up and see these bumps red, swollen or by blisters on lips, the lips or nostrils. Beyond that, beyond and painful sores are actually unsightly. So, this article is intended to discuss ways to treat cold sores.

There are many different ways to treat cold sores. Some are supported by the food and Drug Administration (FDA). Denavir is an example of a FDA approved drugs. This, together with Valtrex and Zovirax, Famvir will reduce the period of sore outbreak and will increase the speed of the healing process of ills. These drugs taken orally in different doses. On the other hand, there are FDA approved creams too. Abreva is a typical example of these external therapies. Other useful and effective creams is Penciclovir and Acyclovir. Such as oral medications, these creams have a positive effect on the healing process of the sores.

At home, you can also find some simple ways to treat cold sores. You can compressess using cold ice tea bags or bags. Tea is that it contains tannic acid which has a healing effect for sores. Also, you can gather certain herbs like peppermint and Aloe Vera. Applying a few drops of the extract will suffice.

While using any of these treatments above, you must make sure that you keep the sores clean and dry. You must also take account of food that can trigger the sores, such as peas and cereals. It is equally important to eat foods that help to treat this condition as potatoes. You must be careful with foods and careful with their agents (such as emotional and physical stress) that might encourage a sore outbreak.