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Utopic (Urea Cream, 41%): Side Effects, Uses, Dosage, Interactions, Warnings

Utopic

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Last updated on RxList: 2/16/2022

Drug Summary

What Is Utopic?

Utopic Cream (urea 41%) is an emollient useful for the treatment of hyperkeratotic conditions such as dry, rough skin, xerosis, ichthyosis, skin cracks and fissures, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, keratoses and calluses.

What Are Side Effects of Utopic?

Common side effects of Utopic Cream include:

  • temporary stinging,
  • burning,
  • itching, or
  • irritation.

Side effects of Utopic Cream normally disappear upon discontinuing the use of the product.

Dosage for Utopic

Apply a dose of Utopic Cream to affected area(s) twice per day or as directed by a physician. Rub in until completely absorbed.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Utopic?

Utopic Cream may interact with other drugs. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

Utopic During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before using Utopic Cream; it is unknown if it will affect a fetus. It is unknown if Utopic Cream passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Additional Information

Our Utopic Cream (urea 41%) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE.

Description for Utopic

Each gram contains 410 mg of urea in a vehicle consisting of: carbomer, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, mineral oil, petrolatum, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, water and xanthan gum.

Urea is a diamide of carbonic acid with the following chemical structure:

Utopic (urea) Structural Formula Illustration

Uses for Utopic

This product is useful for the treatment of hyperkeratotic conditions such as dry, rough skin, xerosis, ichthyosis, skin cracks and fissures, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, keratoses and calluses.

Dosage for Utopic

Apply to affected area(s) twice per day or as directed by a physician. Rub in until completely absorbed.

Storage

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (between 59°F to 86°F). Brief exposure to temperatures up to 40°C (104°F) may be tolerated provided the mean kinetic temperature does not exceed 25°C (77°F); however, such exposure should be minimized.

NOTICE: Protect from freezing and excessive heat. Keep bottle tightly closed.

HOW SUPPLIED

This product is supplied in the following size(s):

8 oz. (227 g) bottles, NDC 57893-301-08
10 g physician's sample, NDC 57893-301-10

To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, call 1-855-899-4237.

Manufactured for: Artesa Labs, LLC 137585 Research Blvd. Suite 125 Austin, TX 78750 v1 Revised: Jul 2013

Side Effects for Utopic

Transient stinging, burning, itching or irritation may occur and normally disappear upon discontinuing the use of this product.

Drug Interactions for Utopic

No information provided.

Warnings for Utopic

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Precautions for Utopic

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE.

General

This product is to be used as directed by a physician and should not be used to treat any condition other than that for which it was prescribed. If redness or irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician.

Overdose Information for Utopic

No information provided.

Contraindications for Utopic

This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product.

Clinical Pharmacology for Utopic

Urea gently dissolves the intercellular matrix which results in loosening the horny layer of skin and shedding scaly skin at regular intervals, thereby softening hyperkeratotic areas of the skin.

Pharmacokinetics

The mechanism of action of topically applied urea is not yet known.

Patient Information for Utopic

Patients should discontinue the use of this product if the condition becomes worse or if a rash develops in the area being treated or elsewhere. Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mucous membranes.

Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis and Impairment of Fertility

Long-term animal studies for carcinogenic potential have not been performed on this product to date. Studies on reproduction and fertility also have not been performed.

Pregnancy

Category C

Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with this product. It is also not known whether this product can affect reproduction capacity or cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. This product should be used by a pregnant woman only if clearly needed or when potential benefits outweigh potential hazards to the fetus.

Nursing Mothers

It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when this product is administered to a nursing woman.

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