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Abreva docosanol cold sore cream package with applicator and tube, in bright blue packaging; clinical, treatment-focused design
Abreva Docosanol 10% Cream cold sore and fever blister treatment shown in a blister pack with one pump bottle beside it on a white background.
Back side of a circular blister card showing drug facts, directions, warnings, and a barcode for Abreva cold sore treatment cream.
A tube of Abreva Docosanol 10% Cream, a cold sore and fever blister treatment, shown horizontally against a plain white background.
Promotional graphic for Abreva cold sore treatment with text stating it is proven to heal cold sores and shorten the duration of pain, itching, burning, and tingling, above a blue tube of the product on a blue and orange background.
A promotional graphic with a smiling woman on the right and large text on the left reading 'YOU CAN GET RID OF YOUR COLD SORE IN 2 1/2 DAYS' over a blue and orange background.
Abreva product advertisement with key stages of action on a blue and orange background
Abreva cold sore treatment packaging with promotional text on a blue and orange background
Abreva OTC cream tube shown on a blue and orange graphic background with promotional text about FDA-approved ingredients and healing time.
Abreva docosanol cold sore cream package with applicator and tube, in bright blue packaging; clinical, treatment-focused design
Abreva Docosanol 10% Cream cold sore and fever blister treatment shown in a blister pack with one pump bottle beside it on a white background.
Back side of a circular blister card showing drug facts, directions, warnings, and a barcode for Abreva cold sore treatment cream.
A tube of Abreva Docosanol 10% Cream, a cold sore and fever blister treatment, shown horizontally against a plain white background.
Promotional graphic for Abreva cold sore treatment with text stating it is proven to heal cold sores and shorten the duration of pain, itching, burning, and tingling, above a blue tube of the product on a blue and orange background.
A promotional graphic with a smiling woman on the right and large text on the left reading 'YOU CAN GET RID OF YOUR COLD SORE IN 2 1/2 DAYS' over a blue and orange background.
Abreva product advertisement with key stages of action on a blue and orange background
Abreva cold sore treatment packaging with promotional text on a blue and orange background
Abreva OTC cream tube shown on a blue and orange graphic background with promotional text about FDA-approved ingredients and healing time.

Abreva Cold Sore Cream 10% Docosanol UK | 2g

£22.99 - £25.99
£25.99
£22.99 - £25.99
£25.99
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Size: Tube 2g

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US-Market Cold Sore Treatment 2g / 0.07 oz
Abreva Docosanol Cream

Treat at the First Tingle

Abreva is a topical cold sore treatment containing docosanol 10%. It is labelled to shorten cold sore healing time and the duration of tingling, pain, burning and itching.

Apply at the first sign of a developing cold sore for the best results. Kingdom States supplies Abreva in selected US retail tube and pump formats for UK customers.

ACTIVE FORMULA
10%
Docosanol Cold sore and fever blister treatment
Size2g
Age12+
Use5× Daily
UK
UK AVAILABILITY

Abreva Available in the UK

Abreva is primarily sold for the US market and is not widely stocked through standard UK pharmacy or high-street retail channels. UK customers looking specifically for Abreva can purchase it through specialist importers such as Kingdom States.

Orders placed before our 4pm cutoff qualify for free tracked next-day UK delivery.

Labelled Benefit

More Than Temporary Symptom Coverage

Drug Facts

Abreva is labelled to treat cold sores and fever blisters and to shorten both the healing time and duration of recognised cold sore symptoms.

Tingling
Pain
Burning
Itching
Understanding the Active Ingredient

What Docosanol 10% Is Designed to Do

Based on laboratory studies, docosanol helps block the cold sore virus from entering nearby healthy skin cells. Abreva is labelled to shorten healing time and the duration of tingling, pain, burning and itching.

*Mechanism information is based on laboratory studies. Use only as directed.
ACTIVEDocosanol 10%
BEST STARTFirst Tingle
LABELLED OUTCOMEShorter Healing Time
Early Treatment

Recognise the First Signs and Start Early

Do not wait for a cold sore to become a fully developed blister. Abreva should be applied when you first notice a tingle, redness, bump or itch.

01
RECOGNISE

Notice the First Sign

Look for tingling, redness, a bump or itching.

02
APPLY

Cover the Affected Area

Rub the cream in gently but completely.

03
CONTINUE

Use Five Times Daily

Continue until healed, for no longer than 10 days.

Practical Application Guide

Make Five Daily Applications Easier

A consistent routine helps you follow the label correctly throughout the day.

01Clean FirstApply after washing your face and removing cosmetics from the affected area.
02Apply HygienicallyUse a clean fingertip or cotton swab, then wash your hands before and after.
03Space It Through the DayUse five times during waking hours, approximately every three to four hours.
04Use Cosmetics CarefullyOnce the cream has dried, use a separate applicator for lipstick, cosmetics or sunscreen.
Missed an application?Apply Abreva when you remember, then continue with your usual schedule. Use until healed, for no longer than 10 days.
Available Formats

Tube or Pump — The Formula Is the Same

Both formats contain 2g of Abreva cream with docosanol 10%. The only meaningful difference is how the cream is dispensed.

Tube
CONVENTIONAL FORMAT

Abreva 2g Tube

A familiar squeezable tube suited to controlled application at home or while travelling.

FormulaDocosanol 10%
SameFormula2g in either format
Pump
PORTABLE DISPENSER

Abreva 2g Pump

A compact pump dispenser designed for convenient application when away from home.

FormulaDocosanol 10%
DESIGNED FOR

Cold Sores on the Face or Lips

Abreva is intended specifically for cold sores and fever blisters. Apply it only to the affected external area.

NOT DESIGNED FOR

Other Mouth or Skin Conditions

Do not use Abreva for canker sores, genital herpes, shingles or unrelated skin conditions. Avoid applying it directly inside the mouth or in or near the eyes.

Product Profile

A Discreet Topical Cream

APPEARANCEWhite Cream
FINISHDries Clear
APPLICATIONExternal Use
FORMATTube or Pump
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Why Kingdom States

Order Abreva in the UK

01Fast UK DispatchFree tracked next-day delivery before the 4pm cutoff.
02No Import ChargesNo additional customs charges are due on arrival.
03Original US Retail ProductSupplied in its familiar US-market retail packaging.
04Straightforward SupportContact support@kingdomstates.com for order assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions

Abreva Cold Sore Cream UK FAQs

Clear answers about UK availability, the 10% docosanol formula and correct application.

Can you buy Abreva in the UK?+

Yes, you can buy Abreva Cream in the UK through specialist importers such as Kingdom States. As Abreva is not routinely stocked by most UK high-street retailers, Kingdom States provides access to the US 10% docosanol formula with free tracked next-day UK delivery.

When should I start using Abreva?+

Start using Abreva at the first sign of a cold sore, such as tingling, redness, itching or a bump.

How often should I apply Abreva?+

Apply Abreva five times daily until healed. Wash your hands before and after application, then rub the cream in gently and completely.

Who can use Abreva?+

Abreva is suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and over. Ask a doctor before using it on a child under 12.

Can Abreva be used inside the mouth or near the eyes?+

No. Abreva is for external use only and should not be applied inside the mouth or near the eyes.

What is the difference between the tube and pump?+

Both formats contain 2g of the same 10% docosanol cream. Only the dispensing format and packaging differ.

What should I do if the cold sore does not heal?+

Seek medical advice if the cold sore worsens or has not healed within 10 days.

How is Abreva delivered in the UK?+

Kingdom States provides free tracked next-day UK delivery when you order before 4pm, with no added customs charges or import fees due on arrival.

Abreva Product Information

Usage & Ingredients

Essential directions, ingredients and safety information for Abreva 10% Docosanol Cream.

How to use Abreva
  1. Wash your hands before and after applying the cream.
  2. Begin treatment at the first sign of a cold sore, such as tingling, redness, itching or a bump.
  3. Apply to the affected area five times daily until healed, rubbing the cream in gently and completely.
  4. Adults and children aged 12 years and over may use Abreva. Ask a doctor before use for children under 12.

Important: If the cold sore worsens or has not healed within 10 days, seek medical advice.

Active & inactive ingredients

Active ingredient

Docosanol 10% — cold sore treatment.

Inactive ingredients

Benzyl alcohol, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, purified water, sucrose distearate and sucrose stearate.

Important safety information
  • For external use only.
  • Do not use inside the mouth or near the eyes.
  • Use only for cold sores and fever blisters.
  • Do not share this product with another person.
  • Keep out of reach of children and always follow the packaging instructions.
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Delivery & Returns

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Order before 4pm for free tracked next-day UK delivery through our domestic UK delivery network.

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  • No added customs charges or import fees are due on arrival.
  • Saturday fulfilment and Sunday carrier delivery are available.
Returns policy

Sealed and unopened products may be returned within 30 days where appropriate.

For hygiene and medicinal-product safety, opened or used items may not be eligible for return. This does not affect your statutory rights if an item is faulty, damaged or incorrectly supplied.

To request a return, email support@kingdomstates.com.

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