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.