DESCRIPTION
Urea-A compound formed in the liver from ammonia produced by the deamination of amino acids. It is the principal end product of protein catabolism and constitutes about one half of the total urinary solids.Liquid paraffin-Medicinal liquid paraffin, also known as paraffinum liquidum, is a very highly refined mineral oil used in cosmetics and for medical purposes. lactic acid-A normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. The concentrated form is used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation.propylene glycol-Propylene glycol, also called propane-1,2-diol, is an organic compound with the
CHEMICAL FORMULA
C3H8O2. It is a viscous colourless liquid which is nearly odourless but possesses a faintly sweet taste. Chemically it is classed as a diol and is miscible with a broad range of solvents, including water, acetone, and chloroform.
CATEGORIES
lactic acid-Keratolytics, Skin Antiseptics & Disinfectants.propylene glycol-Miscellaneous.
CHEMICAL FORMULA
Urea-CH4N2O.Liq.paraffin-CnHm.lactic acid-C3H6O3.propylene glycol-C3H8O2.
COMPOSITION
Urea 10%w/w + Liq.paraffin 10%w/w + lactic acid 10%w/w + propylene glycol10%w/w
INDICATION
Urea-10% hydrate skin 15% accelerate fibrin degradation, 20-30% are antipruritic, break down keratin, decrease the thickness of the stratum corneum and are used in scaling conditions such as ichthysosis, 40% are proteolytic and may be used to dissolve and peel dystrophic nails. Liquid paraffin is considered to have a limited usefulness as an occasional laxative.lactic acid-This medication is a chemical compound, prescribed for dry skin (Xerosis).propylene glycol-It is used in electronic cigarettes.
PHARMACODYNAMICS
Urea-As a humectant, urea draws water into the striatum corneum.
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SIDE EFFECTS
Urea-Pain in lower abdomen, weakness.lactic acid-Rash, diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain, headache, sleeping disorders, dizziness, galactorrhea, gynecomastia.propylene glycol-Ear discomfort. Skin irritation.