Zoviduo For Cold Sores
Zoviduo is a medicine made up of two active substances : acyclovir and hydrocortisone. Acyclovir is a drug that works against viruses, specifically the virus that causes cold sores.
The other compound in Zoviduo, hydrocortisone, is a medium-strength corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation associated with cold sores. As an anti-inflammatory, it reduces the symptoms associated with this process.
How does Zoviduo work?
Zoviduo is a cream that is indicated to relieve the first signs and symptoms of cold sores. These signs and symptoms include tingling, itching, and redness.
In addition, it offers another advantage, and that is that it reduces the risk of cold sores running its course, eventually forming blisters. However, if the vesicles do compose after all, this cream reduces the time it takes for them to heal.
What is a cold sore?
A cold sore is a common infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. When the virus enters the cells, blisters and ulcers form, especially on the lips, although the areas of the face near them are sometimes affected.
It is common that once the blisters form, they are grouped into a set, which when broken gives way to a scab over the ulcers. As it is an infection caused by a virus, it is very easy for it to be passed from one person to another. For this reason, while the infection is active, direct contact should be avoided.
The origin of cold sores can be traced to a drop in defenses, sometimes due to common respiratory infections that compromise us. A cold or a cold, for example, concentrates the immune efforts there, giving way to herpes.
What symptoms does a cold sore cause?
A cold sore evolves in several phases:
- Itching and tingling phase : You often experience an itching or burning sensation on or around your lips, even before the herpes appears.
- Blistering: If blisters form, they appear along the edge of the lips. Although herpes can manifest itself in the area of the nose or cheeks as well.
- Scabbing phase : this last stage takes place once the blisters have opened and have oozed the fluid they contain.
However, symptoms vary depending on whether it is the first outbreak or a regrowth. Herpes usually reappear in the same place, and are milder than the first time they appear, in addition to lasting less active days than in the primary infection.
On some occasions, when it comes to the first outbreak, fever, sore throat and headache may appear, muscle pain and changes in the gums. The infection is not confused with other diseases, but initially, until the blisters appear, the diagnosis is doubtful.
How is Zoviduo used?
Before applying Zoviduo it is important to remove any cosmetic residue that you may have on your lips. It is absolutely convenient that you wash your hands before and after applying Zoviduo.
To get the best result with this treatment you should apply it as soon as you experience the burning, inflammation or itching sensation. The sooner you do it, the easier it is that it does not evolve to the formation of the blister, and in the same way, you accelerate the reduction of the days with symptoms.
The guideline that is prescribed is five applications a day, using the amount necessary to cover the affected area well. In general, five days of use is sufficient. If after this time there is no improvement and the discomfort continues, it is necessary to go to the doctor to evaluate another treatment.
What adverse effects can appear?
Zoviduo, like any other medicine, can cause side effects. The secondary reactions that it can cause are classified according to the frequency with which they appear:
- Common: dry skin and peeling.
- Uncommon: transient burning, itching, tingling or stinging after application.
- Rare : redness of the skin, erythema or localized irritation of the skin with a burning sensation.
An allergic reaction may occur, in which case you should see a doctor. Allergic symptoms are of h swelling in the face, tongue, or throat, d difficulty breathing or swallowing, and rticaria. In the event of anaphylaxis, it is advisable to stop using Zoviduo.
Zoviduo at the beginning of symptoms
Zoviduo is an effective medicine when applied as soon as you start to feel the first signs of cold sores, such as burning, itching or pain in the affected area. Quick application improves the chances of reducing the time of discomfort, although the disease is not cured. Cold sores are chronic and appear from time to time.
