what is xeroform petrolatum dressing used for?
Petrolatum, used in XeroformÂ® gauze, is obtained from Petroleum jelly and is used to protect skin from irritation. A type of finely woven gauze, XeroformÂ® gauze also combines petrolatum and Bismuth Tribromophenate to create a non-stick wound covering. Xeroform gauze pads are typically pre-cut and individually wrapped to ensure the dressings remain sterile. Xeroform gauze may be used to prevent infection in burn victims.