Kerafoam 42
Generic name:urea
Dosage form: aerosol, foam
Drug class:Topical emollients
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 22, 2021.
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The Kerafoam brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
DESCRIPTION:
KERAFOAM® 42 Emollient Foam is a keratolytic emollient foam which is a tissue softener for skin and/or nails. Each gram of Kerafoam 42 Emollient Foam contains 42% urea USP, ceteareth-10 phosphate, cetearyl alcohol NF, dicetyl phosphate, dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate USP, edetate disodium dihydrate USP, methylparaben NF, propylene glycol USP, propylparaben NF, purified water USP, sodium phosphate monobasic USP. Also contains: Propellant HFA-134a (1,1,1,2- tetrafluoroethane).
Urea USP is a diamide of carbonic acid with the following chemical structure:
Kerafoam 42 - Clinical Pharmacology
Urea gently lyses/dissolves the intercellular matrix of surface skin cells loosening and allowing a shedding of rough, thickened and scaly hyperkeratotic skin. Urea also moisturizes and softens skin.
INDICATIONS
For softening, smoothing and removing rough scaling hyperkeratotic skin in conditions such as xerosis, ichthyosis, skin cracks and fissures, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, keratoses and calluses.
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to any of the listed ingredients. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity is observed.
Warnings
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. Avoid contact with eyes, lips or muco..
