A common human cold sore cream may soon help cats with painful eye infections. Researchers found that 1% penciclovir cream (Fenlips), when applied to cats’ eyes, was safe, well-tolerated, and maintained antiviral levels for over eight hours—suggesting that twice-daily use could effectively manage feline herpesvirus type 1.
New hope for cats with eye infections: Common cold sore cream is safe and effective for feline use
