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| Product NDC Code | 42291-849 | ||||
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| Drug Name | Urea |
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| Type | Generic | ||||
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| Route | TOPICAL | ||||
| Dosage Form | CREAM | ||||
| RxCUI drug identifier | 198342 | ||||
| Labeler Name | AvKARE | ||||
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Adverse reactions
Information about undesirable effects, reasonably associated with use of the drug, that may occur as part of the pharmacological action of the drug or may be unpredictable in its occurrence. Adverse reactions include those that occur with the drug, and if applicable, with drugs in the same pharmacologically active and chemically related class. There is considerable variation in the listing of adverse reactions. They may be categorized by organ system, by severity of reaction, by frequency, by toxicological mechanism, or by a combination of these.Adverse Reactions Transient stinging, burning, itching or irritation may occur and normally disappear upon discontinuing the medication. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS contact AvKARE, Inc. at 1-855-361-3993; email [email protected] ; or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
Clinical pharmacology
Information about the clinical pharmacology and actions of the drug in humans.Clinical Pharmacology Urea gently dissolves the intracellular matrix which results in loosening of the horny layer of the skin and shedding of scaly skin at regular intervals, thereby softening hyperkeratotic areas of the skin.
Pharmacokinetics
Information about the clinically significant pharmacokinetics of a drug or active metabolites, for instance pertinent absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion parameters.Pharmacokinetics The mechanism of action of topically applied urea is not yet known.
Contraindications
Information about situations in which the drug product is contraindicated or should not be used because the risk of use clearly outweighs any possible benefit, including the type and nature of reactions that have been reported.Contraindications Known hypersensitivity to any of the listed ingredients.
Description
General information about the drug product, including the proprietary and established name of the drug, the type of dosage form and route of administration to which the label applies, qualitative and quantitative ingredient information, the pharmacologic or therapeutic class of the drug, and the chemical name and structural formula of the drug.Rx Only For external use only. Not for ophthalmic use. Description Urea 40% is a keratolytic emollient which is a gentle, yet potent, tissue softener for nails and/or skin. Each gram of Urea 40%contains 40% urea as an active ingredient, and the following inactive ingredients: Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Mineral Oil, Purified Water, White Petrolatum Urea is a diamide of carbonic acid with the following chemical structure: structure
Dosage and administration
Information about the drug product’s dosage and administration recommendations, including starting dose, dose range, titration regimens, and any other clinically sigificant information that affects dosing recommendations.Dosage and Administration Apply Urea 40% to affected skin twice per day, or as directed by your physician. Rub in until completely absorbed. Apply to diseased or damaged nail(s) twice per day, or as directed by a physician.
Indications and usage
A statement of each of the drug products indications for use, such as for the treatment, prevention, mitigation, cure, or diagnosis of a disease or condition, or of a manifestation of a recognized disease or condition, or for the relief of symptoms associated with a recognized disease or condition. This field may also describe any relevant limitations of use.Indications and Usage For debridement and promotion of normal healing of hyperkeratotic surface lesions, particularly where healing is retarded by local infection, necrotic tissue, fibrinous or purulent debris or eschar. Urea is useful for the treatment of hyperkeratotic conditions such as dry, rough skin, dermatitis, psoriasis, xerosis, ichthyosis, eczema, keratosis pilaris, keratosis palmaris, keratoderma, corns and calluses, as well as damaged, ingrown and devitalized nails.
Spl product data elements
Usually a list of ingredients in a drug product.UREA UREA STEARYL ALCOHOL XANTHAN GUM CETYL ALCOHOL POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED PARAFFIN PROPYLENE GLYCOL UREA UREA
Package label principal display panel
The content of the principal display panel of the product package, usually including the product’s name, dosage forms, and other key information about the drug product.Tube Label 28.35 29 85 198.4
Nursing mothers
Information about excretion of the drug in human milk and effects on the nursing infant, including pertinent adverse effects observed in animal offspring.NURSING MOTHERS: It is not known whether or not this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Urea 40% is administered to a nursing woman.
Pregnancy
Information about effects the drug may have on pregnant women or on a fetus. This field may be ommitted if the drug is not absorbed systemically and the drug is not known to have a potential for indirect harm to the fetus. It may contain information about the established pregnancy category classification for the drug. (That information is nominally listed in the teratogenic_effects field, but may be listed here instead.)PREGNANCY: Pregnancy Category B. Animal reproduction studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproductive studies are not always predictive of human response, Urea 40% should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
How supplied
Information about the available dosage forms to which the labeling applies, and for which the manufacturer or distributor is responsible. This field ordinarily includes the strength of the dosage form (in metric units), the units in which the dosage form is available for prescribing, appropriate information to facilitate identification of the dosage forms (such as shape, color, coating, scoring, and National Drug Code), and special handling and storage condition information.How Supplied Urea 40% Cream 1 oz. (28.35 g): Bottle NDC 42291-849-28 Tube NDC 42291-849-29 Urea 40% Cream 3 oz. (85 g): NDC 42291-849-85 Urea 40% Cream 7 oz. (198.4 g): NDC 42291-849-19 Store at room temperature 15°C - 30°C (59°F-86°F). Protect from freezing. Keep bottle tightly closed. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Manufactured for: AvKARE Pulaski, TN 38478 AV 06/22
Precautions
Information about any special care to be exercised for safe and effective use of the drug.Precautions This medication is to be used as directed by a physician and should not be used to treat any condition other than that for which it was prescribed. If redness or irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician.
Warnings
Information about serious adverse reactions and potential safety hazards, including limitations in use imposed by those hazards and steps that should be taken if they occur.Warnings For topical use only. Avoid contact with eyes, lips or mucous membranes.
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