abstract |
One aspect of the invention relates to an anti-viral composition containing at least one zinc compound and at least one phenolic antioxidant (and optionally other ingredients such as at least one analgesic, at least one hydrocarbyl-containing compound, and water) . Another aspect of the invention relates to a method for treating lesion symptoms of a viral infection that includes applying an effective amount of the anti-viral composition containing zinc to the lesions. |