Cold sores and mouth ulcers can be uncomfortable and affect your daily life. Cold sores are often caused by the herpes simplex virus, appearing as fluid-filled blisters around the lips. Mouth ulcers, on the other hand, can emerge anywhere inside your mouth. At Weldricks Pharmacy, we understand the need for quick and effective solutions. We offer a comprehensive range of over 15 targeted cold sores treatment and ulcer treatment options to help alleviate pain and promote healing.
Our selection includes a variety of trusted products, from soothing topical creams and gels to discreet patches, all designed to provide fast relief from discomfort and help you manage these common conditions with confidence. Discover the ideal solution for your needs.
Choosing the Right Cold Sore or Ulcer Treatment
Managing cold sores and mouth ulcers effectively often involves understanding the different types of treatments available. For cold sores, antiviral aciclovir cold sore cream or patches like Compeed Cold Sore Patch can help to speed up healing and reduce the severity of outbreaks. Popular choices such as Zovirax Cream and Cymex Cold Sore Cream are readily available for targeted relief.
- Creams & Gels: These topical applications, including well-known options like Bonjela Adult Gel and Anbesol Adult Strength Oral Pain Relief Gel, provide direct relief by forming a protective barrier or delivering active ingredients to soothe pain and aid healing. Many are designed as a specific ulcer cream or cold sores cream.
- Patches: Discreet and hygienic, patches help protect the affected area, reduce viral spread, and can promote faster healing while providing cosmetic coverage.
- Mouthwashes & Pastilles: For widespread mouth ulcers or general oral discomfort, medicated mouthwashes like Oraldene Medicated Mouthwash or pastilles such as Iglu Sugar Free Pastilles offer a broader approach to soothing and cleaning the mouth.
At Weldricks Pharmacy, we provide not just a wide selection of products, but also professional advice to help you choose the best option. With our family-run heritage and excellent customer reviews, you can trust us for affordable, trustworthy healthcare. Benefit from convenient delivery options including free UK delivery over £40, discreet packaging, and Next Day Delivery, or opt for our convenient Click & Collect service.
How can you tell if you have a cold sore?
Cold sores start off as painful blisters that can appear anywhere on the face. They fill with fluid before bursting and forming a scab. You may also experience an itching or burning feeling 48 hours before your blisters appear.
Cold sores are generally easy to spot, but if you’re unsure your GP will be able to confirm whether you have a cold sore. Occasionally, they may take a sample from a blister for lab testing to confirm you have a cold sore.
What causes cold sores?
Cold sores are caused by a virus called herpes simplex. Once you have the virus, it stays in your skin for the rest of your life and sometimes causes cold sores. The virus is contagious and most people are exposed to them when they are young following close contact with someone else who has a cold sore. Cold sores can be prompted by a variety of things including exposure to hot or cold weather or a weakened immune system, including as a result of a cold or other illness.
What to do if you have a cold sore?
Cold sores are very contagious and can easily spread - both to other people and to other parts of your body - so avoid skin-to-skin contact (such as kissing) and maintain a high level of hygiene. Additionally:
- Drink plenty of water and fluids
- Use sunblock lip balm (SPF 15 or above) if you're outside in the sun
- Avoid touching your cold sore as much as possible
- Wash your hands with warm soapy water regularly and every time you touch your cold sore
- If you’re using a cream, dab this onto your cold sore when applying - do not rub
See a GP if you’re worried, have a weakened immune system or your cold sore has not started to heal within 10 days.
What cold sore treatments are available?
Cold sores are common and usually clear up on their own within 10 days. To help relieve discomfort and aid healing, there are a variety of cold sore treatments available including creams, gels, ointments and cold sore patches.
Cold sore creams:
At Weldricks we offer a range of creams to help treat and revive cold sores. Some popular cold sore creams are:
- Zovirax Cream delivers the active ingredient aciclovir efficiently and deeply into your skin to fight the virus that causes cold sores.
- Cymex Cream has a triple action formula that soothes burning sensations, stops lips from drying and controls infection.
- Aciclovir 5% w/w Cold Sore Cream contains the active ingredient Aciclovir which is an antiviral agent that is effective in treating infections caused by the herpes simplex virus, such as cold sores.
Speak to one of our pharmacists if you need some advice.
