The first stage of treatment for achilles tendonitis is to decrease pain and inflammation so normal daily activities such as walking can be done pain free. This stage can last for anywhere from 3 days to several weeks depending on the severity of your condition and can be achieved with a number of methods:
Abreva is the brand name of the drug docosanol, which is used to treat cold sore infections caused by the herpes simplex virus. This over-the-counter (OTC) medicine is available as a topical cream.
FACT: Most nonprescription treatments only treat the pain of cold sores, and provide temporary relief. AbrevaÂ® Cream is the only FDA-approved, nonprescription cold sore medicine that shortens the duration of pain and itch. Cold sores are only contagious when you can see a blister. FACT: A cold sore is contagious from the first tingle until itâs completely healed. Remember to take extra precautions to protect others from encountering the virus. The cold sore virus (HSV-1) cannot spread beyond the lip area. FACT: HSV-1 is a form of the herpes simplex virus that usually affects the lips or mouth, but can spread to the eyes or genitals. Everyone who contracts the cold sore virus will experience an outbreak.