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Petrolatum

Generic Name
Petrolatum
Brand Names
A+d Diaper Rash, Anbesol Cold Sore Therapy, Calazime Skin Protectant, Calmoseptine Ointment, DermaCerin, Flanders, Lubrifresh P.M., Periguard, Preparation H Cream, Preparation H Reformulated Jun 2013, Refresh Lacri-lube, Refresh PM, Resinol, Soothe & Cool Skin Paste, Soothe Night Time, Stye, Systane, Systane Nighttime, Tears Again Ointment, Vusion, Zincofax
Drug Type
Small Molecule
CAS Number
8009-03-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
B6E5W8RQJ4

Overview

A colloidal system of semisolid hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. It is used as an ointment base, topical protectant, and lubricant.

Indication

For use as an over the counter skin protectant . Commonly used to treat diaper rash and chapped lips .

Associated Conditions

  • Dermabrasion
  • Diaper Rash
  • Dry Skin
  • Itching of the perianal area
  • Pain
  • Skin Irritation
  • Burning skin sensation
  • Minor burns

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Harris Teeter
72036-069
TOPICAL
1 g in 1 g
3/3/2025
FAMILY DOLLAR STORES, INC
55319-952
TOPICAL
410 mg in 1 g
5/27/2025
Pharmaceutics Corporation
49430-053
TOPICAL
30 mg in 1 1
3/20/2015
Walgreens
0363-0712
TOPICAL
99 g in 100 g
7/13/2025
Rite Aid
11822-0103
TOPICAL
534 mg in 1 g
6/23/2025
OraLabs
63645-140
TOPICAL
40.7 mg in 1 g
5/7/2025
Derma Sciences Canada Inc.
64772-200
TOPICAL
0.9985 g in 1 g
5/21/2025
Perrigo Direct, Inc.
75981-069
TOPICAL
1 g in 1 g
3/3/2025
Topiderm, Inc.
51326-885
TOPICAL
84 mg in 1 g
4/30/2025
CVS Pharamacy, Inc
59779-086
TOPICAL
410 mg in 1 g
3/24/2025

EMA Drug Approvals

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HSA Drug Approvals

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NMPA Drug Approvals

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PPB Drug Approvals

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TGA Drug Approvals

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