Which of the following drugs is used topically to treat cold sores from a herpes simplex virus type 1 infection on the mouth?

A) erythromycin (Eryderm, Emgel)
B) desoximethasone (Topicort)
C) docosanol (Abreva)
D) EMLA


Answer: C

A) This antibiotic drug is not used to treat viral infections.
B) This corticosteroid drug is not used to treat viral infections.
D) This anesthetic drug is not used to treat viral infections.

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