If you have a cold sore that is painful then remember that it will take some time to heal. Wondering how to get rid of cold sores fast by easing out the pain? It’s simple. You can try over the counter cold sore creams for immediate effect. Some painkiller tablets could also give instant relief to the pain. However, avoid these aspirins and painkillers with children suffering from cold sores. Applying an ice pack on your cold sore is the easiest home remedy to ease the painful cold sores. However it is advised to do the ice pack therapy for a minimum of 10-15 minutes not more. Also do not apply the ice pack directly or rub it on the cold sore. Move it around. A warm compress can also work wonders in reducing the pain. A painful cold sire will divert your mind towards the cold sore and you would spend all your day fretting on the cold sore instead of permitting it to heal so don’t itch or scratch area.