Topical Liquorice Root Paste

Liquorice root contains glycyrrhizin, a compound with demonstrated antiviral effects that can reduce herpes simplex activity.

Save remedy 1 to 3 days to reduce pain and redness.

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Symptoms it's used for (1)

Cold sores
Small, painful fluid-filled blisters around the lips caused by the herpes simplex virus.
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Perform a patch test prior to use to check for skin sensitivity. Red-flag symptoms such as lesions near the eyes or high fever require immediate medical evaluation. This is educational information, not medical advice.

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