Keralac

There are many brands and types of urea topical available, and not all brands are included in this leaflet.

Keralac (for the skin) is used to soften rough or dry skin caused by skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, keratosis, and others. This medicine is also used to soften damaged fingernails or toenails so they can be taken off without surgery.

Keralac may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are using.

You should not use Keralac if you are allergic to it.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Keralac will harm an unborn baby. Do not use Keralac without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether urea topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Keralac may cause serious side effects. Stop using Keralac and call your doctor right away if you have:

• severe redness or irritation of treated skin.

Common side effects of Keralac may include:

• mild itching; or
• mild burning or stinging.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Keralac is available in many different forms (cream, lotion, ointment, liquid, gel, foam, shampoo, and others) for use on the skin or the scalp. Use your medicine exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not take by mouth. Keralac is for use only on the skin. If this medication gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with water.

Use a mild soap or cleanser to wash the skin or nail area to be treated. Keralac may work best if the skin or nail to be treated is left slightly damp before the medicine is applied.

Apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected skin and rub it in as completely as possible.

When applying Keralac to the nails, avoid getting any medicine on the cuticles or surrounding skin. Apply generously to the nail and allow the medicine to dry. You may cover the nail with a bandage or gauze if your doctor advises. The treated nail should be easily removed after several days.

Shake the Keralac foam well just before each use. Other forms of this medicine may also need to be shaken before use. Follow all directions on th medicine label.

Wash your hands with soap and water after applying this medicine, unless you are treating the skin on your hands.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using Keralac.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the medicine container tightly closed when not in use.

Keep the foam canister away from open flame or high heat. The canister may explode if it gets too hot. Do not puncture or burn an empty foam canister.

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Do not apply Keralac to open wounds, burns, or swollen skin. If this medication comes into contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with water.

It is not likely that other drugs you take by mouth or inject will affect urea topical. However, many drugs can interact with each other. Inform all your health care providers about every medicine you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.