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Docosanol

Docosanol Dosage

Allison Gourley, PharmDKristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Reviewed by Allison Gourley, PharmD, Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on February 18, 2026

The average cost for 1 tube of 2g of 10% of Docosanol is $11.15 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 47.03% off the average retail price of $21.05.

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Dosage

Quantity

Price as low as

Price per unit

2g of 10%

1 tube

$11.15

$11.15

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Dosage

Quantity

Price as low as

Price per unit

2g of 10%

1 pump

$20.92

$20.92

Typical dosage for Docosanol

  • People 12 years and older: Apply to the affected area on the face or lips at the first sign of a cold sore 5 times daily until healed.
  • Children under 12 years old: Ask your child’s pediatrician.
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