Polysporin and Cold Sores: What You Need to Know
No, Polysporin is not effective against cold sores.
Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, and Polysporin is an antibiotic ointment effective against bacterial infections. Polysporin will not treat or prevent cold sores.
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