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PHARMACYS PRESCRIPTION PETROLEUM

PETROLATUM

Standard Dose
Directions Apply as needed.
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses Temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.

Temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. Temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips. Helps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather. Dosage and administration Directions Apply as needed. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only. Do not apply over deep puncture wounds, infections, or lacerations. If redness or swelling develops, consult a physician promptly. Keep Out of Reach of Children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • • Warnings For external use only.
  • • Do not apply over deep puncture wounds, infections, or lacerations.
  • • If redness or swelling develops, consult a physician promptly.
  • • Keep Out of Reach of Children.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.