Cold Sore

Time is of the essence when it comes to cold sores. You feel the tingling, followed by burning around the edge of your lip or corner of your mouth. Then a painful and contagious red sore appears. You need to get treatment quick to help stop the outbreak. Now available at Macey’s pharmacies, you can receive prescriptive treatment, with no appointment.

Check for Symptoms

  • Tingling and itching near the mouth
  • Painful and red sores typically near the mouth
  • Swollen and sensitive gums

What causes an outbreak?

  • Stress
  • Colds or other illness
  • Over exposure to sun

During your visit

Our pharmacies accept walk-ins and have extended business hours to help you get in and out quickly.

  1. You will be asked to fill out a brief questionnaire
  2. Our knowledgeable pharmacist will provide a short consultation where you will review your medical history and discuss your symptoms.
  3. Our pharmacist will provide you with a personal treatment plan and care instructions.

A clinical service fee is collected at the time of service and is the patient’s responsibility. If prescription medications are dispensed most insurances are accepted. Check with the pharmacist prior to starting the consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our pharmacies accept walk-ins and have extended business hours to help you get in and out quickly.

  1. Who can take advantage of treatment for cold sores?
    1. Available to patients age 12 and older.
  2. Who is the cost of the consultation?
    1. There is a low-cost fee, not covered by insurance but eligible for HSA. If you are dispensed medication, you can choose to bill your insurance for the medication.
  3. How long does the consultation take? *
    1. On average, the consultation takes less than 20 minutes. Please allow time for proper evaluation and treatment.

* Wait time may vary during peak times.