1-Docosanol - 25 G

1-Docosanol is a saturated 22-carbon aliphatic alcohol with Antiviral activity. It has a distinct mechanism of action and inhibits fusion between the plasma membrane and the herpes simplex virus envelope, thereby preventing viral entry into cells and subsequent viral activity and replication. 1-Docosanol is used topically in the treatment of recurrent herpes simplex labialis episodes and relieves associated pain and may help heal sores faster.