Cold Sore Treatment
Board-Certified OB-GYN · Founder & Chief Medical Officer
Physician review within 5 hours●Local pharmacy pickup●Transparent flat fee
Cold Sore Treatment
4.9★ Google 650+ · Zocdoc 2,500+·Physician review within 5 hours
Medications are prescribed by a licensed physician and dispensed by a licensed pharmacy. Packaging and brand may vary. A board‑certified OB‑GYN will review your answers before any prescription is issued.
Understanding Cold Sores
Cold sores (herpes labialis) are caused by HSV-1 and appear as painful blisters on or around the lips. They are extremely common — nearly 1 in 2 U.S. adults carry HSV-1. While cold sores typically heal on their own in 2-4 weeks, prescription antivirals started at the first tingling can stop full blister formation.
Common Triggers
- Tingling, itching, or burning on lips
- Painful fluid-filled blisters
- Crusting and scabbing during healing
- Triggered by stress, sun, illness, or fatigue
ACT FAST: Antivirals are most effective when started at the first sign of tingling, often before a blister even forms.
How Herexa Health Works
Discreet, physician-led telehealth care from home — no waiting rooms, video calls, or appointments needed.
Quick eligibility check
Select your care, complete a short confidential questionnaire, and check eligibility in minutes.
Secure payment + medical intake
Pay securely upfront — no hidden fees. HSA/FSA accepted. Your health information is 256-bit encrypted.
Board-certified OB-GYN review
A board-certified OB-GYN reviews your chart within 5 hours. If appropriate, your prescription is sent same-day to your local pharmacy.
*Prescriptions are provided at the sole clinical discretion of your evaluating physician only when medically indicated and safe. Consultation fees cover the medical evaluation and do not guarantee a prescription. Medication costs are paid directly to your selected pharmacy.
Why Choose Herexa Health?
Our board-certified clinicians provide evidence-based care tailored to your unique health needs.
Expert-Led Care
Get high-quality treatment protocols that follow clinical guidelines.
Cold Sore Starting?
Act fast — start treatment at the first tingle for best results.
Free Guidance · No Credit Card Required · Under 60 Seconds
Patient Ratings for Dr. Amir Shay — Google · Zocdoc · WebMD
* Ratings shown are for Amir Shay, MD, FACOG, MSCP personally and are based on publicly available third-party physician review platforms. They do not represent reviews of Herexa Health.
When to Seek In-Person Care
While Herexa Health covers most common cases, certain symptoms require a physical examination to ensure your safety and long-term health.
Fever or pelvic pain
These may indicate a more serious infection that needs physical examination or testing.
Symptoms that keep returning
Recurrent symptoms may require additional testing or a different treatment approach.
Symptoms during pregnancy
Vaginal symptoms in pregnancy should always be evaluated in person for proper care.
Worsening or severe symptoms
Increasing pain, unusual bleeding, or symptoms that don't improve with treatment should be assessed promptly.
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