Herpes is virus that has already infected 95% of population of Earth. Most people don't suffer from herpes much. If you experience herpes on lips one or two times a year during seasonal infections, you may use anti-herpes medication like Zovirax (Acyclovir) in form of cream or ointment. Nevertheless, genital herpes and more recurrent episodes of herpes on lips should be treated with pills. The exact scheme of suppressive therapy should be prescribed by the doctor depending on your individual health conditions.