Hydro 35
Generic name:urea topical [ YOO-ree-a-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: Aluvea, Aqua Care, Aquaphilic with Urea, Atrac-Tain, Carb-O-Philic/10,
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Drug class:Topical emollients
What is Hydro 35?
There are many brands and forms of urea topical available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Hydro 35 (for the skin) is used to soften rough or dry skin caused by skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, keratosis, and others. This medicine is also used to soften damaged fingernails or toenails so they can be removed without surgery.
Hydro 35 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Hydro 35 if you are allergic to it.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Hydro 35 will harm an unborn baby. Do not use Hydro 35 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.
How should I use Hydro 35?
Hydro 35 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. Hydro 35 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. Hydro 35 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 Hydro 35 to
