FDA Label for Petrolatum
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Petrolatum Product Label
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Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredient PurposeWhite petrolatum60.4%......................................Skin protectant
Otc - Purpose
Active ingredient PurposeSalicylic Acid (0.5%)..............................Acne Medication______________________________________Use for the management of acne
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
Keep out of the reach of children.If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Indications & Usage
Uses- helps prevent and treat diaper rash- helps seal out wetness and protectschafed skin due to diaper rash-gives temporary relief to chapped,cracked skin- offers protection from the dryingeffects of wind and cold weather- gives temporary protection for minorcuts, scrapes and burns
Warnings
Warnings For external use only. _______________________________Do not use on:- puncture wounds or deep wounds- animal bites - serious burns_______________________________Keep product away from eyes._______________________________Stop use and ask a doctor if:-condition worsens-symptoms last more than 7 days; clearup and occur again within several days
Dosage & Administration
Directions-for diaper rash: - change soiled, wet diapers immediately - cleanse diaper area thoroughly and allow to dry - liberally apply ointment as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or whenever exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged- for other uses: apply as needed________________________________Other informationStore at 20 degrees to 25 degrees C (68 degrees to 77 degrees F)
Inactive Ingredient
Inactive Ingredientscholecalciferol, cocoa butter, fragrance,light mineral oil, mineral oil, modified lanolin, paraffin, sodium pyruvate,sunflower seed oil, Vitamin A palmitate,Vitamin E (di-alpha tocopherol and di-alpha tocopheryl acetate)
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