Orajel Cold Sore
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Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.
Overview
Orajel Cold Sore is an over the counter medication used to relieve cold sore pain.
It is a single product containing 2 medications: benzocaine and white petrolatum. Benzocaine belongs to a group of drugs called topical analgesic, and it works to temporarily numb pain. White petrolatum belongs to a group of drugs called skin protectant. It works to create a protective barrier that prevents cold sores from cracking and drying to help speed healing.
This medication comes in a cream and is applied to the affected area three to four times a day.
Common side effects of Orajel Cold Sore Cream include redness, stinging and irritation.
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