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"Cold Sore Relief" - with Melissa Extract (Lemon Balm)
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Natural cold sore and fever blister medication
Directions:
Apply 4 times daily or as often as every 2 hours during an outbreak. For best results, apply at the first signs (burning, tingling, itching) of a cold sore or fever blister.
Ingredient
Melissa Extract (Lemon balm) (70:1) and white soft paraffin with benzyl alcohol, Allantoin 1%
About Cold Sore Relief
(With Melissa Extract or Lemon Balm)When used at the very first signs of a cold sore or fever blister, Cold Sore Relief delivers phenomenal results. The softening power of this OTC medicated cream can greatly reduce the severity of a cold sore, especially when applied at the onset of its most annoying symptoms. Cold Sore Relief provides soothing relief at any stage of an outbreak; however, the earlier it's used, the better it works.
Cold Sore Relief combines allantoin with a specially prepared base of Melissa extract (lemon balm), concentrated at an unparalleled ratio of 70:1. It is this high concentration of Melissa extract that makes Herpalieve stand out.
Nothing works better for cold sores than Cold Sore Relief.
Warning
Avoid contact with eyes. If condition worsens or does not improve in 7 days, consult a physician. Keep out of the reach of children.
Clinical Studies
Numerous test tube studies have found that extracts of melissa possess antiviral properties.
1,2,3 Apparently, the herb blocks viruses from attaching to cells.1Early studies of melissa ointments showed a significant reduction in the duration and severity of herpes symptoms (both genital and oral) and, when the cream was used regularly, a marked reduction in the frequency of recurrences. In initial study, the melissa-treated participants recovered in 5 days, while participants receiving nonspecific creams required 10 days.
1 Researchers also described a "tremendous reduction" in the frequency of recurrence. A subsequent double-blind study followed 116 individuals with oral or genital herpes at two dermatology centers.1 Treated subjects showed a significantly better rate of recovery than those on placebo, according to physician and patient ratings.A recent double-blind placebo-controlled study followed 66 individuals who were just starting to develop a cold sore (oral herpes).
4 Treatment with melissa cream produced significant benefits on day 2, reducing the intensity of discomfort, number of blisters, and the size of the lesion. The researchers specifically looked at day 2 because, according to them, that is when symptoms are most pronounced. Furthermore, long-term follow-up suggested that prophylactic use of melissa can prolong the interval before the next herpes flare-up.Safety
Topical melissa is not associated with any significant side effects, although allergic reactions are always possible.
References
1. Wolbling RH, Leonhardt K. Local therapy of herpes simplex with dried extract from Melissa officinalis. Phytomedicine. 1994;1:25–31.
2. Dimitrova Z, Dimov B, Manolova N, et al. Antiherpes effect of Melissa officinalis L. extracts. Acta Microbiol Bulg. 1993;29:65–72.
3. May G, Willuhn G. Antiviral effect of aqueous plant extracts in tissue culture [in German; English abstract]. Arzneimittelforschung. 1978;28:1–7.
4. Koytchev R, Alken RG, Dundarov S. Balm mint extract (Lo-701) for topical treatment of recurring Herpes labialis. Phytomedicine. 1999;6:225–230.
5. Earl Mindell, RPh.,PhD. Prescription Alternative - Chapter 20 - Drugs for Herpes and their Natural Alternatives 1998.
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P1 Cold Sore Relief 0.18 oz tube US$ 9.95
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This is a statement of nutritional support. This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to medically diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your health care provider before using any supplement.