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Hydrating

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
Aldermed Inc.
Label updated
2026-05-09
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
PETROLATUM
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Petrolatum 41%

Purpose

Skin Protectant

Uses

■ temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

■ temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips
■ helps protect skin from the drying effects of wind and cold weather

Warnings

For External Use Only

Avoid contact with eyes

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • Conditions worsens
  • Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days

Do not use

• On deep puncture wounds • Animal bites • Serious burns.

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Directions

Apply as needed or as directed by a physician

Other information

■ to open: unscrew cap, pull tab to remove foil seal

■ store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)

■ see tube crimp for lot number and expiration date

Inactive Ingredients

ceresin wax, dexpanthenol, glycerin, Lanolin alcohol, mineral oil

Questions?

Call 1-833-605-84-74 9am-5 pm EST M-F

Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 4aa6a354-e487-4b65-e063-6394a90abbf0 · Version 3
NDC: 87236-010