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Hydrating Healing Skin Protectant

PETROLATUM OINTMENT

Standard Dose
Do not use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Directions apply as needed for diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry.
Summary

Indications and usage Directions apply as needed for diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry.

Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Directions apply as needed for diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry. Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. Dosage and administration Do not use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.