What is Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Ammonium lactate is a combination of lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. Ammonium lactate is a moisturizer.

Urea loosens thick or scaly skin cells and allows them to shed.

Ammonium lactate and urea is used to treat rough or scaly skin caused by such conditions as eczema or psoriasis. This medicine will also help soften cracked skin or callouses.

Ammonium lactate and urea may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Do not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ammonium lactate or urea.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether ammonium lactate and urea passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical Side Effects

What are the possible side effects of Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

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

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

• stinging
• burning
• itching; or
• other skin irritation

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical Interactions

What other drugs affect Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor about any other medications you are using on your skin.

There may be other drugs that can affect ammonium lactate and urea. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

What should I avoid while taking Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). Ammonium lactate and urea can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and sunburn may result. Use a sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) and wear protective clothing if you must be out in the sun.

Avoid using other skin products that can cause irritation, such harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical Dosage

How should I take Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Apply ammonium lactate and urea to the skin in the amount your doctor has prescribed for you. Rub the medicine in gently until it is completely absorbed.

Store ammonium lactate and urea at room temperature away from heat and moisture. Do not freeze.

What happens if I overdose on Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of this medication is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What happens if I miss a dose of Ammonium Lactate Urea Topical?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Edited from everydayhealth.com