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Generic Name: urea
Dosage Form: ointment
Gordons Urea 40
Urea 40% has been used for many years for the nonsurgical avulsion of mycotic nails. Nonsurgical avulsion is a conservative procedure which can be utilized by the geriatric, diabetic or vascular patient. Nonsurgical avulsion has the advantage of avoiding the possible side effects of oral drugs.
Gordon's Urea 40% is supplied as 1 oz. Jars.
Urea 40%, Petrolatum 17.8%, White Wax 5%, Anhydrous Lanolin 15%, Purified Water
For loosening, debriding and avulsion of devitalized nail tissue. Apply to affected area in an apertured pad. Protect surrounding skin. Apply Urea 40% to the diseased nail surface and cover with plastic film. Anchor with adhesive tape. Cover with "finger cut" of plastic or vinyl glove and anchor with more adhesive tape. Keep dry and occlusive for 3-7 days. Cleanse, debride and reapply if necessary.
Hypersensitivity to Urea or any of the components of this preparation. If redness or irritation occurs, discontinue use. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Urea is an organic compound present in mammals. Wehn it was first synthesized from an inorganic compound in the last century. Urea is now prepared by heating Calcium Cyanamide with water under pressure. Proteolytic action on the nail plate and nail bed by its keratolytic properties, with the resulting maceration inducing an effective, painless and bloodless nail removal procedure.
Gordons Urea 40
urea ointment
Product Information
Product Type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
NDC Product Code (Source)
10481-3005
Route of Administration
TOPICAL
DEA Schedule
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name
Basis of Strength
Strength
Urea (Urea)
Urea
0.4 g in 1 g
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name
Strength
Water
PETROLATUM
LANOLIN
WHITE WAX
Product Characteristics
Color
Score
Shape
Size
Flavor
Imprint Code
Contains
Packaging
#
NDC
Package Description
Multilevel Packaging
1
10481-3005-1
30 g In 1 JAR
None
Marketing Information
Marketing Category
Application Number or Monograph Citation
Marketing Start Date
Marketing End Date
unapproved drug other
07/16/2010
Labeler - Gordon Laboratories (002333847)
Registrant - Gordon Laboratories (002333847)
Establishment
Name
Address
ID/FEI
Operations
Gordon Laboratories
002333847
manufacture
Revised: 07/2010Gordon Laboratories
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