Label: UREA CREAM 40 PERCENT- urea cream

  • NDC Code(s): 58657-489-01, 58657-489-03
  • Packager: Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC
  • Category: HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: unapproved drug other

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Drug Label Information

Updated October 31, 2023

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  • Description

    Urea 40% is a keratolytic emollient which is a gentle, yet potent, tissue softener for nails and/or skin. Each gram of Urea 40% contains 40% urea as an active ingredient, and the following inactive ingredients:

    Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Mineral Oil, Purified Water, White Petrolatum.

    Urea is a diamide of carbonic acid with the following chemical structure:

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  • Clinical Pharmacology

    Urea gently dissolves the intercellular matrix which results in loosening the horny layer of skin and shedding scaly skin at regular intervals, thereby softening hyperkeratotic areas of the skin.

  • Pharmacokinetics

    The mechanism of action of topically applied urea is not yet known.

  • Indications and Usage

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

  • Contraindications

    Known hypersensitivity to any of the listed ingredients.

  • Warnings

    For topical use only. Avoid contact with eyes, lips or mucous membranes.

  • Precautions

    This medication is to be used as directed by a physician and should not be used to treat any condition other than that for which it was prescribed. If redness or irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician.

    PREGNANCY: Pregnancy Category B. Animal reproduction studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproductive studies are not always predictive of human response, Urea 40% should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

    NURSING MOTHERS: It is not known whether or not this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Urea 40% is administered to a nursing woman.

  • Adverse Reactions

    Transient stinging, burning, itching or irritation may occur and normally disappear upon discontinuing the use of this product.

    To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC at

    1-877-250-3427; or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

  • Dosage and Administration

    Apply Urea 40% to affected skin twice per day, or as directed by your physician. Rub in until completely absorbed.

    Apply to diseased or damaged nail(s) twice per day, or as directed by a physician.

  • How Supplied

    Urea 40% Cream

    1 oz. (28.35 g): NDC 58657-489-01

    Urea 40% Cream

    3 oz. (85 g): NDC 58657-489-03

    Urea 40% Cream

    7 oz. (198.4 g): NDC 58657-489-07

    Store at room temperature 15°C - 30°C (59°F-86°F). Protect from freezing. Keep bottle tightly closed.

    KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Manufactured for:

    Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC

    Southlake, Texas 76092

    Rev. 09/23

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    UREA CREAM 40 PERCENT 
    urea cream
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:58657-489
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    UREA (UNII: 8W8T17847W) (UREA - UNII:8W8T17847W) UREA400 mg  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    CARBOMER HOMOPOLYMER, UNSPECIFIED TYPE (UNII: 0A5MM307FC)  
    CETYL ALCOHOL (UNII: 936JST6JCN)  
    WHITE PETROLATUM (UNII: B6E5W8RQJ4)  
    MINERAL OIL (UNII: T5L8T28FGP)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    GLYCERYL STEARATE SE (UNII: FCZ5MH785I)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:58657-489-0128.35 g in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/31/2023
    2NDC:58657-489-0385 g in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/31/2023
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    unapproved drug other10/31/2023
    Labeler - Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC (060216698)