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Urea 41% for Psoriasis

ICD-10 L40

Urea 41% is used in the treatment of psoriasis, based on its FDA-labeled indications.

Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes itchy or sore patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales. You usually get the patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, back, face, palms and feet, but they can show up on other parts of your body. Some people who have psoriasis also get a More on Psoriasis

How Urea 41% is used

INDICATIONS & USAGE For debridement and promotion of normal healing of hyperkeratotic surface lesions, particularly where healing is retarded by local infection, necrotic tissue, fibrinous or purulent debris or eshar. Urea is useful for the treatment of hyperkeratotic conditions such as dry, rough skin, dermatitis, psoriasis, xerosis, ichthyosis, eczema, keratosis pilaris, keratosis palmaris, keratoderma, corns and calluses, as well as damaged, ingrown and devitalized nails.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply Urea 41% to affected skin twice per day, or as directed by your physician. Rub in until completely absorbed. Apply to diseased or damaged nail(s) twice per day, or as directed by a physician.

Warnings

WARNINGS Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mucous membranes.

Side effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Discontinue use and consult a physician if redness or irritation occurs.

ICD-10 codes for Psoriasis

Frequently asked questions

Is Urea 41% used to treat Psoriasis?

Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Urea 41% is used in the treatment of psoriasis. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.

What ICD-10 codes apply to Psoriasis?

Psoriasis is coded in ICD-10-CM as L40.

Informational only, drawn from FDA labeling and NIH MedlinePlus — not medical advice. Talk to your clinician about whether Urea 41% is right for you.

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