New cream aims to stop cold sores in their tracks
NCT ID NCT06558838
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tested whether a cream containing acyclovir and penciclovir can prevent cold sores from forming after UV light exposure, compared to the over-the-counter cream Abreva. Forty adults with a history of sun-triggered cold sores participated. Researchers measured how many people avoided developing a blister after UV exposure and how quickly sores healed.
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University of Utah MidValley Dermatology
Murray, Utah, 84107, United States
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