Polysporin - can it be used on coldsores?

Question posted by Joo on 17 Oct 2009

Last updated on 28 October 2009 by Marvell

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Marvell 28 Oct 2009

Polysporin won't help heal a cold sore - cold sores are viral infections so you need to use antiviral medicines, such as Zovirax (acyclovir).

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