Quick answers
- What is Petrolatum and zinc oxide used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Ma Ying Long Musk Hemorrhoids (Mayinglong Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.) lists these uses: For the temporary relief of local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids Temporarrily forms a protective coating over inflamed tissue to help prevent drying of tissues. Temporarily protects irritated areas. Temporaily relieves burning. Provides temporary relief from skin irritation. Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts. Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful Temporarily protects inflamed perianal skin. Temporarily relieves the symptoms of perianal skin irritation..
- Do I need a prescription for Petrolatum and zinc oxide?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredients, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Petrolatum and zinc oxide been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
Ma Ying Long Musk Hemorrhoids · Mayinglong Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.
Petrolatum 77.99% · Zinc oxide 7.6%, ointment (topical)
Active ingredient
Petrolatum 77.99% Calamine 7.6% Purpose Protectant Astringent
Purpose
Protectant Astringent
Uses
For the temporary relief of local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids Temporarrily forms a protective coating over inflamed tissue to help prevent drying of tissues. Temporarily protects irritated areas. Temporaily relieves burning. Provides temporary relief from skin irritation. Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts. Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful Temporarily protects inflamed perianal skin. Temporarily relieves the symptoms of perianal skin irritation.
Warnings
For external and/or intrarectal use only
Do not use
If allergic to any of the ingredients
When using this product
Do not exceed the recommended number of daily uses unless directed by a doctor.
Do not use
the product with an applicator if the introduction of the applicator into the rectum causes additional pain. Consult a doctor promptly.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Bleeding occurs Condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
Do not use
during pregnancy or when breast-feeding, Consult a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
to avoid accidental poisoning. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
otherwise than as directed.
Directions
Adults: When practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of the ointment. Apply to the affected area up to 2 times daily or after each bowel movement. Apply liberally to the affected area. FOR INTRARECTAL USE: Attach applicator to tube. Lubricant applicator well with ointment, then gently insert applicator into the rectum Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Amber, Artificial bezoar (Bos Taurus Bile, Cholic Acid, Deoxycholic Acid, Taurine, Bilirubin, Cholesterol), Artificial musk (Muscone), Borax, Borneol, Dimethyl sulfoxide, Lanolin, Pearl
Questions?
+1-888-296-9067
— FDA label of Ma Ying Long Musk Hemorrhoids, Mayinglong Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd., effective July 20, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Welmedix HomeCare PRO Rapid Relief Rash Cream · Welmedix LLC
Petrolatum 49% · Zinc oxide 15%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Petrolatum 49% Zinc Oxide 15%
Purpose
Skin Protectant
Uses
Protects against minor skin irritation due to diaper rash and helps seal out wetness Helps treat and prevent diaper rash
Warnings
For external use only
When using this product
When using this product
do not get into eyes Stop use and ask doctor if condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- Change wet and soiled diapers, garments and linens promptly
- Cleanse the affected area and allow to dry
- Apply cream liberally, as often as necessary, with each diaper, garment or linen change, especially at bedtime or any time when exposure to wet or soiled diapers, garments, linens, feces or urine may be prolonged
Inactive ingredients
zea mays (corn) starch, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, lanolin, beeswax, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, paraffin, tocopheryl acetate, calendula officinalis flower extract, panthenyl ethyl ether, betula alba bark extract, glycine soja (soybean) oil, propylparaben
Questions?
Other Information: Store at 20-25° C (68-77° F)
— FDA label of Welmedix HomeCare PRO Rapid Relief Rash Cream, Welmedix LLC, effective November 14, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Medline · Medline Industries, LP
Petrolatum 78% · Zinc oxide 20%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient (in each gram)
White petrolatum 78% w/w, USP Zinc oxide 20% w/w, USP
Purpose
Skin protectant
Uses
temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes and burns helps prevent and temporarily protects and helps relieve chafed, chapped or cracked skin helps treat and prevent diaper rash. Protects minor skin irritation associated with diaper rash and helps seal out wetness
Warnings
for external use only
When using this product
do not get into eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Do not use
on deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
for skin protection: apply as needed for diaper rash: change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area, and allow to dry apply cream liberally, as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or any time when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged
Other information
store at controlled room temperature 68-77°F (20-25°C) use only if packaging is intact
Inactive ingredients
cetostearyl alcohol, light mineral oil, macrogol cetostearyl ether 20
— FDA label of Medline, Medline Industries, LP, effective November 4, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Zinc Oxide · Vive Health LLC
Petrolatum 65% · Zinc oxide 20%, ointment (topical)
Purpose
OTC Purpose
Warnings
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Directions
Dosage
— FDA label of Zinc Oxide, Vive Health LLC, effective December 2, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
Remedy Essentials · Medline Industries, LP
Petrolatum 75% · Zinc oxide 20%, paste (topical)
Active ingredient
White Petrolatum 75% Zinc Oxide 20%
Purpose
Skin Protectant
Uses
temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, and burns temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin helps treat and prevent diaper rash. Protects minor skin irritation associated with diaper rash and helps seal out wetness
Warnings
For external use only.
Do not use
on deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns
When using this product
do not get into eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens symptoms last for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
for skin protection : apply as needed for diaper rash: change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area, and allow to dry. Apply product liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged
Inactive ingredients
mineral oil
— FDA label of Remedy Essentials, Medline Industries, LP, effective January 5, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredients, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Petrolatum 77.99% · Zinc oxide 7.6% · ointment (topical) · 2 products
Petrolatum 49% · Zinc oxide 15% · cream (topical) · 2 products
Petrolatum 49.9% · Zinc oxide 2% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| ProCure SkinGuard | Twin Med LLC | — |
Petrolatum 78% · Zinc oxide 20% · cream (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Medline | Medline Industries, LP | DailyMed |
Petrolatum 65% · Zinc oxide 20% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Zinc Oxide | Vive Health LLC | DailyMed |
Petrolatum 75% · Zinc oxide 20% · paste (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Remedy Essentials | Medline Industries, LP | DailyMed |
Petrolatum 8.73% · Zinc oxide 0.88% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sayman Salve | Sheffield Pharmaceuticals LLC | DailyMed |
Petrolatum 50% · Zinc oxide 16% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Strength Moisture Barrier | Derma Sciences Canada Inc. | DailyMed |
Petrolatum 23% · Zinc oxide 4.1% · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture Barrier Cream | Derma Sciences Canada Inc. | DailyMed |
Petrolatum 66.2% · Zinc oxide 13.4% · ointment (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Flanders Buttocks | Flanders Inc | DailyMed |
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Mayinglong Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.2 products
- Medline Industries, LP2 products
- Derma Sciences Canada Inc.2 products
- Welmedix LLC2 products
- Twin Med LLC1 product
- Vive Health LLC1 product
- Sheffield Pharmaceuticals LLC1 product
- Flanders Inc1 product
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.