Research Notes on Docosanol
Docosanol is used primarily in the treatment of cold sores and fever blisters.1 It is marketed under the name of Abreva by GlaxoSmithKline.2 Docosanol works by preventing the spread of the cold sore virus from spreading to other healthy cells.3
Fast Facts:
5 Great Resources on Docosanol
- First DataBank (via MedicineNet): Docosanol-Topical Side Effects, Medical Uses, And Drug Interactions
- Cerner Multum (via Drugs.com): Docosanol Topical Medical Facts
- Micromedex (via Mayo Clinic): Docosanol (Topical Route)
- Thomson CenterWatch (via MediLexicon): Abreva (Docosanol) Drug Information
- KramesOnline (via Wishard): Docosanol Consumer Information
Sponsored Links
5 Latest Headlines on Docosanol
What is Docosanol?
- Wikipedia: Docosanol
- DrugDigest: Docosanol Description
- The Iowa Clinic: Docosanol (Topical)
What are the Uses for Docosanol?
- A.D.A.M. (via University Of Maryland Medical Center): Docosanol: Use
- altMD: Docosanol Consumer Information: Use
- MedFacts (via Drugs.com): Docosanol Is Used For:
What are the Side Effects, Interactions and Precautions for Docosanol?
- Cerner Multum (via Yahoo Health): What Are The Possible Effects Of Docosanol?
- eMedTV: Side Effects Of Docosanol
- MedScape: Docosanol Topical - Adverse Effects
What are the Alternatives to Docosanol?
- Denavir: Official Site
- Cerner Multum (via Drugs.com): Zovirax
- Famvir: Official Site
What are the Holistic Alternatives to Docosanol?
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center: Aloe Vera
- Micromedex (via MayoClinic): Cold Sore: Lifestyle And Home Remedies
- eMedicineHealth: Cold Sores Treatment: Self Care At Home
Wisdom, Blogs and Message Boards about Docosanol
- DailyStrength: Sores (PLEASE HELP) Discussion
- eHealthForum: Fever Blister On Nostril
- HealthBoards: Cold Sore On Lips, She Says Its Herpes
Clinical Trials for Docosanol
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Docosanol Trials
- CenterWatch: Trials With Docosanol
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Docosanol
- Google Scholar: Docosanol Articles
- PubMedCentral: Articles On Docosanol
Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 First DataBank (via MedicineNet): Docosanol-Topical
- ↑ Abreva: Official Site
- ↑ eMedTV: What Is Docosanol Used For?
- ↑ Cerner Multum (via Drugs.com): Docosanol Topical Medical Facts
User Recommended Links for Docosanol
Are we missing any great links? Please Login or Register to be the first to add to this list of recommended links to help others and improve this WisdomCard.
About this WisdomCard
- Contributor: KenyottaE
- Reviewer: Tara
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Oct. 1, 2008
Each WisdomCard is handcrafted by our team of physician-guided health advocates. Our goal is to make it easy for you to find the most useful health resources for any health topic. In addition to filtering out spam and bad links, WisdomCards highlight tips and warnings, such as:
- Guide Favorite
- Guide Warning
- Scroll down to reach relevant content
- Video
- In Memoriam
Help improve this WisdomCard by suggesting great links.
RSS:
