UREA (UREA HYDRATING TOPICAL) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

UREA

What is the Trade Name for UREA?

UREA HYDRATING TOPICAL

What are the Indications for UREA?

• INDICATIONS AND USAGE For enzymatic debridement and promotion of normal healing of surface lesions, particularly where healing is retarded by local infection, necrotic tissue, fibrinous or purulent debris, or eschar. Topically applied urea is useful for the treatment of hyperkeratotic conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, xerosis, ichthyosis, eczema, keratosis, keratoderma, and dry, rough skin, as well as corns and calluses and damaged, ingrown and devitalized nails.

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