3. Apply a barrier cream or ointment Use a zinc oxide-based cream or petroleum jelly to create a protective barrier on your baby's skin. This helps prevent moisture and irritants from coming into contact with the skin and promotes healing. Remember to apply the cream or ointment after every...
Imiquimod 3.75% cream (Zyclara®) – Imiquimod works by boosting your immune system to kill the virus. Apply once daily for up to 8 weeks. This medication may weaken condoms, and you should avoid sexual activity while the cream is on your skin. Do not use imiquimod during pregnancy. Imiq...
Not a recommendation to apply Mupirocin antibiotic to your lips, but it worked for me and it sure beats the nuisance and embarrassment of open sore on my lips for 10 days. Reply linda April 11, 2021 at 6:37 am HSV-1&HSV-2 can be transmitted from oral or skin surfaces that ...
Topical antibiotics: Applying an antibiotic cream or ointment directly to the affected area may help clear the infection. Popular treatments include fusidic acid 2% cream, clindamycin 2% gel, and mupirocin 2% ointment. Topical antibiotics may cause contact dermatitis, dryness, or itching, but these ...