二十二醇抑制劑Docosanol?is a saturated 22-carbon aliphatic alcohol with antiviral activity.?Docosanol?has a distinct mechanism of action and inhibits fusion between the plasma membrane and the herpes simplex virus envelope, thereby preventing viral entry into cells and subsequent viral activity and replication.?Docosanol?is used topically in the treatment of recurrent herpes simplex labialis episodes and relieves associated pain and may help heal sores faster.