Ureacin-10 |
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Ureacin-10 Ingredients: Urea skin
cream, gel, lotion or ointment
Representative Names:
Aquacare, Carbamide, Carmol 10, Carmol 20, Gordon's Urea 40%, Gormel
Cream, Lanaphilic, Nutraplus, Ultra Mide 25, Ureacin-10, Ureacin-20,
Vanamide |
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What is Ureacin-10 ?
Ureacin-10 is commonly used to moisturize dry skin.
At high doses (40%) Ureacin-10 can be used to dissolve and remove diseased
nails without surgery. Ureacin-10 is available in many non-prescription
skin care products. |
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What should my health care professional know before I use
Ureacin-10 ?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•broken, inflamed, or burnt skin
•infection
•an unusual or allergic reaction to Ureacin-10, other medicines, foods,
dyes, or preservatives |
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How should I use Ureacin-10 ?
Urea skin cream, gel, lotion or ointment are for external use only.
Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the label. Apply a
thin film to the affected area. The moisturizing effect may be
better if Ureacin-10 is applied while the skin is still damp after washing
or bathing. If applying to the nails, cover the surrounding area.
Apply generously to the affected nail and cover with a plastic film,
secure with adhesive tape. Cover with a plastic finger and tape in
place to keep completely dry. The treated nail can be removed after
several days. On exposure to air the nail bed hardens within 12 to
36 hours. |
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What if I miss a Ureacin-10 dose ?
If you are using an Ureacin-10 skin product regularly and miss a dose,
apply it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for the next dose,
skip the missed dose and resume the dosing schedule. |
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What drug(s) may interact with
Ureacin-10 ?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional: about all other
skin products you are using. |
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What side effects may I notice from using
Ureacin-10 ?
When used as directed, skin applications of Ureacin-10 have few side
effects.
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report
to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or
are bothersome):
•skin rash
•stinging, or irritation |
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What should I watch for while taking
Ureacin-10 ?
Do not get Ureacin-10 in or near the eyes. Only apply Ureacin-10 with caution to
the face or on broken skin. |
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Where can I keep Ureacin-10 ?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86
degrees F). Keep in a well closed container. Throw away any unused
medicine after the expiration date. |
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