I also have to say that the gel has really, really well helped against my herpes. I had previously tried many things, all creams, pads, Penaten cream and so on. Hardly anything worked. Since the place of my lip for the last time by twice swelled (I looked as if I had let me spraying the lip!) Had to be something new. Since I discovered this gel. Shortly after applying the one notices how the body contracts and easily burns. Apply After two and 2 hours later, the cold sore had dried up and the swelling went down sharply. 3 days later we saw nothing. Otherwise it always takes at least 8 days. So I can really recommend this gel each. At last something that really helps quickly!