Annunziata MC, Cacciapuoti S, Cosentino C, Fabbrocini G. Urea-containing topical formulations.
Int J Clin Pract 2020;
74 Suppl 187:e13660. [PMID:
33249709 DOI:
10.1111/ijcp.13660]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2020] [Accepted: 08/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
Abstract
Urea is a well-known moisturiser and keratolytic topical agent. As it is widely used in dermatology, several formulations at different concentrations have been marketed: lotions, creams, foams, ointments, gels and lacquers. Availability of different vehicles and concentration may vary in different countries, but in general products at low, medium and high urea concentration are accessible worldwide. The proper formulation should be chosen according to the disorder to treat, its severity, body areas involved and patients' preference.
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