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Nowland's Petrolin Petroleum Jelly

Object Details

Description
The indications or uses for this product as provided by the manufacturer are: Petrolin Carbolated is to be used for Medicinal Purposes and is a Valuable Dressing for Wounds, Cuts, Sores, etc. Bandage with soft cloth after applying Petrolin Carbolated liberally to wounds. Petrolin Carbolated is petroleum jelly with just enough pure Carbolic acid added so that it will safely be absorbed in the jelly and give the wonderful antiseptic properties so desired as a dressing for wounds, cuts, sores etc.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Geo. H. Nowland Co.
Physical Description
carbolic acid 1 1/2% (overall active ingredients)
Measurements
overall: 7 cm x 4.8 cm x 4.8 cm; 2 3/4 in x 1 7/8 in x 1 7/8 in
carton: 3 in x 9 1/2 in x 6 1/2 in; 7.62 cm x 24.13 cm x 16.51 cm
boxed jars: 2 3/4 in x 2 in x 2 in; 6.985 cm x 5.08 cm x 5.08 cm
Object Name
otc preparation
Other Terms
Patent Medicines; Drugs
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