What are the side effects of Docosanol?

More Common - Headache. Less Common - Pimples, burning, dryness, itching, rash, redness, soreness, and swelling.

What ATC class does Docosanol belong to?

Docosanol: ATC D06BB11. ATC is the WHO Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification — it groups drugs by organ system and pharmacological mechanism.

OTC

Docosanol

10%, Cream

INN: DOCOSANOL

Data updated: 2026-08-15

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Form

CREAM

Dosage

10%

Route

TOPICAL

Storage

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About This Product

Manufacturer

HALEON US HOLDINGS LLC

ATC Code

D06BB11

Source

FDA_OB · 020941

This medication is a saturated fatty alcohol, prescribed for cold sores or fever blisters.

Warnings

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • It should not be used in children less than 12 years old. • Avoid sharing this medication with others; otherwise it may spread infection.

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Kseniia Ozarchuk, MPharm · April 2026

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OTC

Docosanol

10%, Cream

INN: DOCOSANOL

Data updated: 2026-08-15

PillsCard reference image

Available in:

🇩🇪🇬🇧🇫🇷🇵🇹

Form

CREAM

Dosage

10%

Route

TOPICAL

Storage

—

About This Product

Manufacturer

HALEON US HOLDINGS LLC

ATC Code

D06BB11

Source

FDA_OB · 020941

This medication is a saturated fatty alcohol, prescribed for cold sores or fever blisters.

Warnings

Verified by medical editor

Kseniia Ozarchuk, MPharm · April 2026

User Reviews

Reviews reflect personal experiences and are not medical advice. Always consult your doctor.