Lactic Acid
U-Lactin is a topical brand-name medication containing urea as its active ingredient. It is primarily used to moisturize and soften dry, rough, or scaly skin by helping the skin retain moisture. This type of product is commonly recommended for conditions such as xerosis (dry skin), calluses, and cracked heels.
A topical urea-based moisturizer used to treat dry, rough, or scaly skin conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 220590
- Generic
- U-Lactin
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of dry, rough, or scaly skin conditions including xerosis, calluses, cracked heels, and ichthyosis. May also be used for general skin moisturization.
Contains urea, a natural moisturizing factor that helps hydrate skin by attracting and retaining water in the stratum corneum. Has mild keratolytic properties that help soften and shed rough, thickened skin.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, broken skin, or mucous membranes. Discontinue use if irritation or sensitivity occurs. Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or using on children.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 25, 2026. · Read our editorial policy