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DOCOSANOL 100 mg/g

Docosanol · CREAM · Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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Plain English

Docosanol cream is an over-the-counter topical medicine used to treat cold sores on the lips and face. It works by helping to prevent the herpes simplex virus from spreading to uninfected cells.

Key Facts

Brand Name
DOCOSANOL
Generic Name
Docosanol
NDC Code (Product)
0713-0353
Manufacturer
Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Strength
100 mg/g
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA215839
Marketing Start
01/04/2024

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective384 reports
condition aggravated62 reports
product use in unapproved indication38 reports
oral herpes33 reports
incorrect product administration duration26 reports
drug effective for unapproved indication25 reports
product use issue19 reports
drug effect less than expected17 reports
lip swelling16 reports
wrong technique in product usage process15 reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DOCOSANOL used for?

Docosanol cream is an over-the-counter topical medicine used to treat cold sores on the lips and face. It works by helping to prevent the herpes simplex virus from spreading to uninfected cells.

Is DOCOSANOL a controlled substance?

DOCOSANOL is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for DOCOSANOL?

The generic name for DOCOSANOL is Docosanol. There are 11 other brand versions of Docosanol.

What is the NDC code for DOCOSANOL 100 mg/g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for DOCOSANOL 100 mg/g is 0713-0353, listed by Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc..