Keralac

(Urea)

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Treats skin disorders.

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Keralac (Urea) treats a variety of skin conditions, but shouldn’t be used by children.

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Quick facts about Urea

Drug class: Dermatologic
Rx status: Prescription or OTC
Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (urea)

Upsides

Keralac (Urea) is useful for treating hyperkeratotic (thickened) skin conditions such as dry, rough skin, skin cracks and fissures, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, keratoses, and calluses.
Side effects normally disappear after you stop using Keralac (Urea).

Downsides

Keralac (Urea) can cause skin stinging, burning, itching, or irritation.
Can't be used by children.
Pregnant women need to talk with their doctors before using Keralac (Urea).

How it works

Keralac (Urea) softens thickened areas of the skin by gently loosening the horny layer of skin and causing scaly skin to shed.

Quick facts about Urea

Drug class: Dermatologic
Rx status: Prescription or OTC
Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (urea)

Used for

Dosage forms

Cream, gel, or ointment
Foam
Topical
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