ammonium lactate and urea (topical)

Pronunciation:	a MONE ee um LAK tayt
Brand:	Ultralytic, Ultralytic 2

What is the most important information I should know about ammonium lactate and urea?

Do not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ammonium lactate or urea.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor about any other medications you are using on your skin.

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Apply ammonium lactate and urea to the skin in the amount your doctor has prescribed for you. Rub the medicine in gently until it is completely absorbed.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). Ammonium lactate and urea can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and sunburn may result. Use a sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) and wear protective clothing if you must be out in the sun.

Avoid using other skin products that can cause irritation, such harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Side effects of this medication may include stinging, burning, itching, or other skin irritation.

What is ammonium lactate and urea?

Ammonium lactate is a combination of lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. Ammonium lactate is a moisturizer.

Urea loosens thick or scaly skin cells and allows them to shed.

Ammonium lactate and urea is used to treat rough or scaly skin caused by such conditions as eczema or psoriasis. This medicine will also help soften cracked skin or callouses.

Ammonium lactate and urea may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using ammonium lactate and urea?

Do not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ammonium lactate or urea.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether ammonium lactate and urea passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use ammonium lactate and urea?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Apply ammonium lactate and urea to the skin in the amount your doctor has prescribed for you. Rub the medicine in gently until it is completely absorbed.

Store ammonium lactate and urea at room temperature away from heat and moisture. Do not freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of this medication is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while taking ammonium lactate and urea?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

What are the possible side effects of ammonium lactate and urea?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

stinging;
burning;
itching; or
other skin irritation.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect ammonium lactate and urea?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor about any other medications you are using on your skin.

There may be other drugs that can affect ammonium lactate and urea. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has more information about ammonium lactate and urea written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Ammonium lactate and urea is available with a prescription under the brand name Ultralytic. Other brand or generic forms may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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