Here is the detailed overview of:
🧴 White Petrolatum Jelly 100%
🧪 Nature / Drug Class
🔹 Topical skin protectant
🔹 Emollient / Moisturizer / Occlusive agent
🔹 Composed of purified semi-solid hydrocarbons
🩺 Purpose / Indications
✅ Used to:
- Protect and soothe dry, chapped, or irritated skin
- Seal minor cuts, burns, and abrasions
- Prevent diaper rash
- Aid in wound healing by creating a moist healing environment
- Lubricate skin in medical procedures (e.g., catheter insertion)
⚙️ Advantages
✔️ 100% pure and fragrance-free
✔️ Creates a moisture barrier to prevent water loss
✔️ Non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores)
✔️ Generally safe for sensitive skin and infants
✔️ Long shelf life and stable formulation
📦 Common Packaging
📦 Jars or tubes in sizes from 15 g to 500 g
👶 Often available in pediatric and adult formulations
🧼 Sterile versions available for medical use
⚠️ Patient Advice / Precautions
🔸 For external use only
🔸 Avoid use on deep wounds or puncture injuries unless directed by a physician
🔸 Do not use near eyes unless ophthalmic-grade
🔸 Keep away from open flames – petrolatum is flammable
🔸 Clean skin before application to avoid trapping bacteria under the barrier
🧊 Storage
🌡 Store at room temperature (below 25°C)
🚫 Do not refrigerate or expose to extreme heat