Urea

Pharmacological properties

Carboderm-Darnitsa cream has a hydrating, keratolytic, antipruritic, antibacterial and antifungal effect. due to the use of the cream, the manifestations of hyperkeratosis are reduced, the skin softens and moisturizes, its elasticity increases, and the epithelization of surface lesions improves.

Urea in a dosage form with a concentration of 10% acts bactericidal and fungicidal due to cetylpyridinium chloride, which is part of the drug. Due to the weak local anesthetic effect of urea, the drug has an antipruritic effect.

Pharmacokinetics High molecular weight polymeric substances of the ointment base hold urea on the surface of the skin at the place of application, prevent its transdermal absorption, due to this urea does not enter the systemic circulation.

Indications

Diseases of the skin, accompanied by increased formation of keratinized epithelium: used to treat psoriasis (in the stationary stage with severe infiltration), seborrhea, keratomycosis, hyperkeratosis, hyperkeratic forms of eczema, ichthyosis.

Application

The drug is used in adults.

The doctor prescribes the dose of cream individually, depending on the type of disease, the degree of damage and the size of the affected area. Cream (on average 1–4 cm) is applied to the affected area of ​​the skin 2 times a day. To increase the effectiveness of treatment, the use of occlusive dressings is possible.

The duration of treatment, which can be an average of 1-2 weeks, is determined by the doctor individually depending on the type and severity of the disease, taking into account the regression of symptoms of skin infiltration and lichenization.

Contraindications

Increased individual sensitivity to urea or other components of the cream, as well as with dermatosis, accompanied by severe exudation.

Side effects

In isolated cases, the development of dermatological reactions is possible: redness of the skin, itching, tingling and irritation of the skin. local allergic reactions, including contact dermatitis, are possible.

In rare cases, a burning sensation may occur, more often with an occlusive dressing.

If any adverse reactions occur, discontinue use of the drug and be sure to consult a doctor.

special instructions

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

To prevent exposure to healthy tissues, it is desirable that the area of ​​the skin on which the cream should be applied does not exceed the size of the affected area.

Do not use to treat acute inflammation of damaged skin.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding. The drug is used during pregnancy and lactation as prescribed by the doctor.

Children. Do not use in children due to lack of clinical experience.

The ability to influence the reaction rate when driving vehicles and working with other mechanisms. The drug does not affect the reaction rate when driving vehicles and working with complex mechanisms.

Interactions

No interactions of carboderm-darnitsa cream with other drugs have been identified, however, it should be borne in mind that the simultaneous use of the drug with other ointments or creams can lead to increased resorption of drugs included in their composition (especially corticosteroids).

The simultaneous use of other drugs containing urea and its derivatives is not recommended.

Overdose

There are no cases of overdose of the drug carboderm-darnitsa.

If you accidentally swallow a large amount of the drug and if symptoms of intoxication occur, you should consult a doctor.

Storage conditions

In the original packaging at temperatures up to 25 ° C.