You can use the patch to treat the fever blister at any stage of the outbreak. However, it is best to apply it at the first signs of an outbreak - usually a tingling or itching sensation.
Wash your hands before and after applying the COMPEED Invisible patch for fever blister treatment.
COMPEED Invisible patches for fever blisters should be worn 24 hours a day until the fever blister has healed*. The patch will naturally peel off after approximately 8 hours and should be replaced with a new one.
Do not remove the dressing because you want the wound to "breathe". This is actually counterproductive and may prolong the healing process*. It is clinically proven that keeping the dressing in place ensures that the optimal healing environment is maintained*.
COMPEED Invisible Dressing for fever blisters should be worn 24 hours a day until the lesion has healed. Do not remove the patch until it begins to loosen from the skin, and replace it with a new patch as needed.