Precautions and Warnings With Docosanol (Cont.)

Who Should Not Take Docosanol?

You should not take docosanol if you are allergic to docosanol, Abreva, or any inactive components used to make the medication. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
 

Precautions and Warnings With Docosanol: Final Thoughts

There are a number of situations in which docosanol should not be taken, along with several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before taking the medication. However, it is possible that not all of the warnings or precautions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific precautions and warnings with docosanol that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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