Carbamide Peroxide
Also known as: Urea hydrogen peroxide
Carbamide is used topically in the treatment of dry and scaly conditions of skin such as psoriasis, dermatitis etc. Carbamide Peroxide is also used as an osmotic diuretic in cerebral edema.
Primary Characteristics
Carbamide Peroxide is also known as Urea hydrogen peroxide.
It is of Synthetic origin.
It is classified in Otic Agent, Cerumenolytic pharmacological group. It is also classified under Mouth and Throat Products .
Molecular Weight: 94.07 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Carbamide Peroxide.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Carbamide Peroxide is primarily indicated in conditions like Inflammation of gums, Lips inflammation, Reduction in the duration of neutropenia following bone marrow transplantation, Stomatitis.
Contraindications
Carbamide Peroxide is contraindicated in conditions like Perforation of eardrum, Ear pain.
Dosage
Carbamide Peroxide's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 6.5 % | 6.5 % | Every 12h | Otic | 5-10 drops upto 10 days |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Carbamide Peroxide is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Irritation, Redness, Superinfection .
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
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Single Ingredient
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.28 — Otic drugs
Manufacturers
Manufacturers of Carbamide Peroxide in Pakistan: