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(autoclave 24/39 l) VASELINE for cover, tube 50g

https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/13698
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Former Code(s): -X ESTEAUTO39C SMSUVASE399
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VASELINE

Definition

A translucent jelly consisting of a mixture of hydrocarbons, used as a lubricant or protective ointment.

It is recognised by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an approved over-the-counter skin protectant and remains widely used in cosmetic skin care​.

Synonym

Petroleum jelly, petrolatum, white petrolatum, soft paraffin, or multi-hydrocarbon

Vaseline is a common brand name

Specifications

Petroleum jelly (also called petrolatum) is a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, which form a semisolid jelly-like substance.

Petroleum jelly's benefits come from its main ingredient petroleum, which helps seal the skin with a water-protective barrier and helps the skin heal and retain moisture.

Quality Standards Comment

  • EP: Paraffin, white soft (vaselinum album)
  • BP: white soft paraffin
  • USP: Petrolatum

Technical specifications

Squeeze tube with lid

Content:

  • for dressing purposes: tube of 100 gram
  • as lubricant (for the autoclave cover): tube of 50 gram

Instructions for use

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Precautions for Use

  • As an oil based lubricant it interferes with the latex in condoms, making them more likely to break or be less effective.
  • Petroleum jelly may also clog pores. People with acne or sensitive skin should avoid using petroleum jelly on acne-prone areas, such as the face.
  • It is flammable, so people should avoid using it near fires, when smoking, or near other open flames.

Storage

Store below 30°C

MSF requirements

Essential item for basic care of patients. It is used for skin hydration in different situations:

  • general patient care
  • wound care for treatment of dry/dehydrated peri-wound skin area
  • severe malnourished children with skin lesions
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