How much does the fever blister ointment cost?
Fever blister ointments are basically affordable for everyone. The price varies slightly from manufacturer to manufacturer, but is generally always in the single-digit Euro range. Whether the costs for the ointment are covered by health insurance depends entirely on the health insurance company. Those affected must inquire about this individually with their insurance company. Experience shows that only a few health insurance companies cover the costs.
What is the alternative to fever blister ointment?
The best alternative to a cold sore ointment with the least side effects is to wait patiently until the cold sores heal. Even if they affect the appearance of those affected and even if they cause temporary burning or itching, they heal best if you leave them alone. Any manipulation on you can spread the pathogens to healthy skin areas and further entertain the inflammatory reaction. If affected persons only want to relieve the symptoms, they can temporarily cool itchy skin areas. However, it is important to disinfect the cold pack after use to prevent a smear infection.
Is it allowed to use fever blister ointment during pregnancy and lactation?
The use of fever blister ointment during pregnancy should only be carried out after consultation with a doctor. Although experience shows that only a very low concentration of the active ingredient enters the bloodstream of pregnant women, it can theoretically be harmful to the fruit. After all, acyclovir achieves its antiviral effect by altering the genetic material of the virus cells and thus preventing them from multiplying.
Theoretically, this mechanism is possible in every human cell, which can therefore also lead to damage to the unborn child, especially in the early stages of pregnancy. It is therefore important to assess the risks in each individual case and to have the indication given by a gynaecologist.
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