petrolatum
Patient Counselling
Patient Education: Petrolatum<1-5>
Treatment
Prevention
References
1. Hagemeier NE. Diaper Dermatitis and Prickly Heat. In: Berardi, RR, Ferreri, SP, Remington, TL, eds. Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs. 16th ed. Washington, DC;2009:675-688.
2. Sibbald, D. Diaper Dermatitis. In: McLeod PJ, Allen M, Conly J, eds. Patient Self-Care - Helping Your Patients Make Therapeutic Choices. 2nd ed. Ottawa, ON: Canadian Pharmacists Association; 2010: 534-545.
3. Nopper A, Horii K, Sookdeo-Drost S, et al. Topical ointment therapy benefits premature infants. J Pediatr. 1996 May;128(5 Pt 1):660-9.
4. Heimall LM, Storey B, Stellar JJ, Davis KF. Beginning at the bottom: evidence-based care of diaper dermatitis. MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs. 2012 Jan-Feb;37(1):10-6.
5.Lane A, Drost S. Effects of repeated application of emollient cream to premature neonates` skin. Pediatrics. 1993 Sep;92(3):415-9.
Treatment
- During a diaper change it is important to leave residual paste on when gently wiping the irritated area after stooling to prevent further skin damage, then reapply petrolatum liberally.
- Petrolatum can be used after dermatitis clears to prevent recurrence.
- Apply sufficient amount to cover affected areas – over-application is of minor concern.
- See a doctor if dermatitis becomes worse, spreads, develops into blisters or does not resolve after 7 days.
- Preservative and fragrance-free formulations are recommended.
Prevention
- During every diaper change, cleanse skin with water and gently pat day or allow it to air dry.
- During a diaper change it is important to leave residual paste on when gently wiping the irritated area after stooling to prevent further skin damage, then reapply petrolatum liberally.
- Apply sufficient amount to cover affected areas – over-application is of minor concern.
- Preservative and fragrance-free formulations are recommended.
- Discard products that are discoloured or whose expiration date has passed.
References
1. Hagemeier NE. Diaper Dermatitis and Prickly Heat. In: Berardi, RR, Ferreri, SP, Remington, TL, eds. Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs. 16th ed. Washington, DC;2009:675-688.
2. Sibbald, D. Diaper Dermatitis. In: McLeod PJ, Allen M, Conly J, eds. Patient Self-Care - Helping Your Patients Make Therapeutic Choices. 2nd ed. Ottawa, ON: Canadian Pharmacists Association; 2010: 534-545.
3. Nopper A, Horii K, Sookdeo-Drost S, et al. Topical ointment therapy benefits premature infants. J Pediatr. 1996 May;128(5 Pt 1):660-9.
4. Heimall LM, Storey B, Stellar JJ, Davis KF. Beginning at the bottom: evidence-based care of diaper dermatitis. MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs. 2012 Jan-Feb;37(1):10-6.
5.Lane A, Drost S. Effects of repeated application of emollient cream to premature neonates` skin. Pediatrics. 1993 Sep;92(3):415-9.