BARRINGTON, Ill. — Merix Pharmaceutical Corp., an industry leader in the treatment of cold sores and development of phyto-pharmaceutical technology, announces its proprietary botanical extract formula Viracea was found to be highly active against HSV-1 and HSV-2 in laboratory testing. In a double-blind, placebo controlled, clinical trial Viracea was found to heal cold sores in as little as one day.

The patented Echinacea Extract formula is active in Releev 1 Day Cold Sore Symptom Treatment. With FDA approved over-the-counter antimicrobial antiseptic Benzalkonium Chloride also active, the treatment provides fast relief to those with painful cold sores. Releev 1 Day Cold Sore Symptom Treatment is available in drugstores including Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid, and is now available in convenience stores, including 7-Eleven, in the United States.

Releev is said to ease the pain of cold sores, relieves other symptoms, and stops skin irritation after application. Those with cold sore symptoms using Releev can expect fast and complete cold sore symptom and fever blister relief. Easily used at home or on the go, Releev provides convenient relief for cold sore sufferers anywhere.

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