lauromacrogols + urea at a glance
Medicine class
Topical antipruritic and hydrating emollient
Licensed uses
Pruritus, eczema, dermatitis and scaling skin conditions requiring itch relief or hydration
Administration
Apply to affected skin only and smooth on gently rather than rubbing
Fire safety
Residue on clothing, bedding or dressings can make fabrics burn more easily; keep away from cigarettes and flames
What is lauromacrogols + urea used for?
This cream is licensed for skin conditions needing an anti-itch or hydrating effect.
Pruritus (itching)
Eczema
Dermatitis
Scaling skin conditions
Continued or follow-up treatment of these conditions
How does lauromacrogols + urea work?
Urea occurs naturally in skin and helps its outer layer retain water. Lauromacrogols have local anaesthetic-like properties that reduce itching. The cream also supports the skin’s surface lipid layer.
How to take lauromacrogols + urea
Apply externally to affected skin, following the product label. Smooth it gently in the direction of hair growth. Avoid broken or inflamed skin because it may irritate, and do not use it on acute inflamed, oozing or infected lesions. Keep treated fabrics away from cigarettes and naked flames.
Wash your hands before application unless they are being treated.
For containers without a pump, avoid contaminating the contents with unwashed fingers.
Seek advice before applying another topical treatment at the same time.
lauromacrogols + urea side effects
Common or expected effects
- Reported application-site effects include burning, redness, itching and pustules. Their frequency is unknown.
Get urgent medical advice
- Hypersensitivity: stop using the cream and seek urgent help for facial, mouth or throat swelling or difficulty breathing.
lauromacrogols + urea in pregnancy
The product has no specific pregnancy restriction. However, severe itching in pregnancy—particularly on the palms or soles or worsening at night—needs prompt maternity assessment because it may have another cause.
lauromacrogols + urea while breastfeeding
The cream may be used while breastfeeding, but must not be applied to the breasts immediately before a feed. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about treatment on or near the nipple.
lauromacrogols + urea interactions
Urea can increase penetration of medicines applied to the same skin area.
Topical corticosteroids
Skin penetration may increase when applied at the same time; ask a clinician or pharmacist how to arrange the treatments.
Dithranol
Urea may increase its penetration through the skin when used concurrently.
Topical fluorouracil
Urea may increase its penetration through the skin when used concurrently.
Common questions about lauromacrogols + urea
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What is lauromacrogols and urea cream used for?
It is used for itching, eczema, dermatitis and scaling skin conditions where itch relief or hydration is needed.
Is it a steroid?
No. Lauromacrogols reduce itching and urea hydrates the outer skin layer; neither ingredient is a corticosteroid.
Can it be used with steroid creams?
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