NEOSPORIN® Lip Treatment : Frequently Asked Questions

Product Description

NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment helps relieve the painful symptoms of cold sores and severely dry, chapped lips.
NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment provides moisturization and has a medically recognized lip protectant.
It also has a maximum strength ingredient to help relieve pain.
NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment comes in a portable tube with an angled tip for application.

Chapped Lips Background

Unlike ordinary skin, lip tissue is mucous membrane. Also, the outer layer of the lip is relatively thin.
As a result, moisture evaporates from lips faster than from skin, causing lips to dry out easily.

Cold Sore Background

Cold Sores are viral infections, which cause irritating, even painful blisters on the lips and skin.
Cold Sores only appear on or around the mouth.

Q.	How does NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment work?
A.	NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment contains 2 active ingredients: one active ingredient moisturizes and protects lips while the other helps relieve the pain and itching associated with cold sores and severely dry, chapped lips.

Q.	What types of conditions can I use NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment for?
A.	Cold sores or severely dry chapped lips. The product should be used externally on the lips.

How do I use NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment?

Q.	How will it feel when I apply the product?
A.	If you have pain, the pain will lessen. Dryness and cracking should lessen with repeated use.

Q.	How often can I apply NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment?
A.	Apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.

Q.	How much should I apply each time?
A.	Enough to completely cover the cold sore or chapped lips.

Q.	What ages can this be used on?
A.	Adults and children 2 years of age and older. Children under age 2: consult a doctor before using.

When will I see a change in my cold sore symptoms and dry, chapped lips?

When the product is applied, pain should lessen and dryness/cracking should reduce with repeated use.

Severely Dry Chapped Lips:
The product temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped and cracked lips.
Cold Sores
Temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with cold sores.

Q.	Should I wear this with other products like lipstick or lip moisturizers?
A.	When wearing lipstick, it is better to apply NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment first to allow the protective ingredients to be in direct contact with lips. It is not necessary to use NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment with other lip products.

Q.	Is this product a cream or an ointment?
A.	NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment is a clear ointment that is applied through the angled tip of the tube.

Ingredient grid (see end for full grid)

Allantoin:	A skin protectant that helps moisturize and protect lips.
Pramoxine:	An external analgesic that helps relieve pain.

Q.	Does this contain neomycin or other antibiotics?
A.	NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment does not contain neomycin. NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment does not contain antibiotics

Q.	What are the claims for NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment?
A.	Helps relieve the symptoms of Cold Sores and Severely Dry, Chapped Lips. Temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked lips. Temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with cold sores.

Q.	Does this contain sulfa?
A.	The product does not contain any sulfonamides.

Q.	Does it have any animal derived ingredients?
A.	No.

Q.	Does NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment kill the virus that causes cold sores?
A.	NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment has not been tested to kill the virus but does help relieve the symptoms of cold sores.

Q.	Are there any warnings on the product?
A.	For external use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. Stop use and ask a doctor if the symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.

Q.	Are there any side effects associated with the use of NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment?
A.	In clinical Safety Studies of NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment no side affects were reported with use of product.

Q.	Is this product tested on animals?
A.	No.

Q.	Is this product hypoallergenic?
A.	The product has not been tested for this (hypoallergenicity.)

Q.	Does the packaging contain latex?
A.	There is no latex present in the packaging, but there may be traces in manufacturing.

Q.	How is this product different from other cold sore and dry, chapped lip treatments?
A.	This product, by the makers of NEOSPORIN® branded healing products, effectively relieves symptoms of both cold sores and severely dry chapped lips. This offers an all-in-one treatment. This product also contains a pain reliever. This product is made with a unique patented base that contains Vitamin E and cocoa butter.

Q.	Where can I expect to find NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment?
A.	Depending on where the store normally places its lip care offerings, NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment will either be in the Cough & Cold section of your store or the Oral Care section of your store. You will find it in your local drug, mass or food outlet. Your pharmacist can also give you more information on NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment.

Q.	What is the suggested retail price for NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment?
A.	Approximately $7.99 for one 1 ounce tube and approximately $4.99 for one half ounce tube.

Q.	I can't find the product. Who are the big distributors of the product?
A.	Food, Drug, & Mass Outlets.

Q.	Where is NEOSPORIN LT^® Lip Treatment manufactured?
A.	The product will be produced in Kalamazoo, MI starting the spring of 2006.

Q.	How much is contained in each tube?
A.	Each tube contains ¼ oz (7g) of ointment.

Q.	How many tubes are in one carton?
A.	One tube per carton.

Q.	What is the shelf life?
A.	The product expires 24 months after being produced.

Q.	Where are the lot code and expiration date located?
A.	The lot code and expiration date are located on the end of the box as well as the crimp of the tube.