Do COMPEED cold sore patches work?
Background: Hydrocolloid technology has been proven effective in treating dermal wounds. A previous study showed that a newly developed thin hydrocolloid patch [Compeed cold sore patch (CSP)] provided multiple wound-healing benefits across all stages of a herpes simplex labialis (HSL) outbreak.
What is better COMPEED or Zovirax?
While Zovirax leads to an active antiviral treatment, Herpatch and Compeed only contain ingredients for the relief of symptoms. The antiviral effect and benefits of acyclovir have been shown in several studies, where placebo led to severe symptoms while healing48,49.
Does COMPEED hide Cold sores?
The COMPEED® cold sore patch instantly hides, protects and relieves pain while achieving comparable healing time to commonly used anti-viral 5% cream *. The Hydrocolloid-075 technology is an active gel that acts like a second skin. It seals your cold sore, allowing acceleration of your body’s natural healing mechanism.
Can you kiss with COMPEED cold sore patches?
Always wash your hands before and after touching the cold sore lesion. Avoid kissing, sharing drinks and lip products until the cold sore has healed.
Why does COMPEED go white?
Blister plasters turning white indicates that they have absorbed excess fluid which aids healing. You do not need to burst the blister to use Compeed®.
How long should you keep COMPEED on for?
For intact (unbroken skin) blisters, COMPEED® stays in place until the plaster edges start to lift. They can stay in place for several days. Do not be tempted to remove them earlier to allow the blister time to heal as you risk damaging the healing skin.
How long should you keep compeed on?
It is perfectly fine to leave a hydrocolloid plaster on for several days. For intact (unbroken skin) blisters, COMPEED® stays in place until the plaster edges start to lift. They can stay in place for several days.
Why has my COMPEED gone white?
Blister plasters turning white indicates that they have absorbed excess fluid which aids healing. You do not need to burst the blister to use Compeed®. If it does open, clean it with mild soapy water, soak it in a salt water foot bath for 10 minutes and cover with a protective plaster such as COMPEED®.
Do you leave COMPEED on?
Can you put COMPEED on raw skin?
COMPEED® Blister plasters can be used at the stage when the blister is open, creating a wound. COMPEED® will protect from infection, dirt and water, and creates a moist environment which helps the healing. COMPEED® should be applied after the wound has been cleaned and dried.