Tenderphor

Skin Protectant · Ointment · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient: Petrolatum 44.28%

Purpose

Purpose: Skin Protectant

Uses

Directions: Apply liberally to affected area as needed.

Warnings

Warnings: ​For external use only.

Do not use

​Warnings: Do not use ​on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious wounds.

Ask a doctor before use

Warnings: Stop and ask a doctor if condition worsens ​symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days

When using this product

Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact, flush thoroughly with water.

Keep out of reach of children

​Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. ​Incase of accidental ingestion contact a Physician or Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Uses: Temporarily protects minor cuts, scrapes, burns. Temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips. Helps protect skin from the drying effects of wind and cold weather.

Inactive ingredients

Inactive Ingredients: Lanolin Alcohol, Light Liquid Paraffin, Microcrystalline Wax, Paraffin

Label text from the FDA structured product label by GERI-GENTLE CORPORATION (revised Oct 23, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Tenderphor NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
69771-014Petrolatum 44.28 g/100g
Ointment
GERI-GENTLE CORPORATIONOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Tenderphor used for?

Directions: Apply liberally to affected area as needed.

Who makes Tenderphor?

Tenderphor is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including GERI-GENTLE CORPORATION.