New gum tablet could speed up cold sore healing
NCT ID NCT05098938
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a single acyclovir tablet that sticks to the gum to treat cold sores (herpes labialis) in 2020 adults with frequent outbreaks. Participants applied the tablet or a placebo at home and tracked healing over 14 days. The goal was to see if the drug shortens the time until sores heal and symptoms go away.
What this could mean
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Active substance
acyclovir
What this could lead to
If successful, this could confirm that a single acyclovir buccal tablet speeds up cold sore healing and reduces symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a completed Phase 3 trial, but results may not show a big benefit over placebo. Cold sores often heal on their own, so the drug may only help a little.
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Conditions
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Science 37
Culver City, California, 90230, United States