What ointment to use for herpes simplex

Herpes simplex is a viral skin disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex can be treated with acyclovir ointment, penciclovir ointment, sodium phosphonate cream, and other antiviral ointments that have astringent and drying effects.
1. Acyclovir ointment: the main ingredient of this product is acyclovir, white ointment with emulsion base, which can be used for the treatment of herpes simplex on the skin and mucous membranes, and cannot be used on the eyes.
2. Penciclovir Cream: the main ingredient of this product is Penciclovir, white or off-white cream, suitable for lips, face and genital herpes; due to the irritating effect of this product, do not use it in the eyes and around the eyes.
3. Sodium Phosphonate Cream: The main ingredient of this product is sodium phosphonate, with the character of milky white cream in emulsion base, it is suitable for patients with impaired immune function who have herpes simplex virus skin and mucous membrane infections that are resistant to acyclovir.
If you need to use the drug, you need to use it under the guidance of a doctor, do not use the drug on your own to avoid adverse effects on the body.