Carmex is a lip balm used to heal chapped lips. Can it be used on Cold Sores (Herpes)?

You can use it, but it only helps with some of the symptoms. Abreva is an over the counter med that is used to treat/shorten the healing time and there are also prescription meds that may help: acyclovir or penciclovir. Be careful not to contaminate others through kissing, sharing lip balm, etc.Carmex is a lip balm used to heal chapped lips. Can it be used on Cold Sores (Herpes)?
All meds have possible side effects - your pharmacist or doc can help answer those questions. Lots of people use these meds with positive results and no problems. The Abreva is probably the best tolerated (lowest risk of side effect) and if that doesn't help, see a doc about acyclovir, et al. Report Abuse
Carmex is a lip balm used to heal chapped lips. Can it be used on Cold Sores (Herpes)?
I thought it was for cold sores!





Harriet
yes, but don't contaminate it, use q tip or other.

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