What it's used for
Urea is used for the debridement and promotion of normal healing of hyperkeratotic surface lesions and dry, rough skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, corns, calluses, and damaged nails.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
Apply Urea 40% to affected skin twice per day by rubbing in until completely absorbed, or as directed by a physician.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Boxed warning / key safety info
This product is for topical use only and contact with the eyes, lips, or mucous membranes should be avoided.
Common side effects
Transient stinging, burning, itching, or irritation may occur and typically disappear upon discontinuing use.
Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list
Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.
Related medications
Other everything else medications covered at $0 with an active Tab membership.
Urea cost without insurance
Cash prices for Urea without insurance vary widely by pharmacy, strength and quantity — the same prescription can cost very different amounts at two pharmacies in the same town. That is the problem a membership solves.
Urea is on Tab's covered $0 generic list. With an active Tab membership, every covered strength is $0 — not a percentage off, not a coupon that changes month to month — at participating pharmacies nationwide or through mail order. You do not need insurance, and Tab works whether or not you have a health plan.
Tab is a membership, not insurance. Covered medications require a prescription from a licensed clinician.
Urea dosage and administration
Apply Urea 40% 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.
Excerpt from the FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA), retrieved 2026-09-15. Your prescribing clinician decides the exact dose, form and schedule for you — this is not medical advice.
Urea side effects
Transient stinging, burning, itching or irritation may occur and normally disappear upon discontinuing the use of this product. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-877-250-3427; or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
Excerpt from the FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA), retrieved 2026-09-15. This is not a complete list. Report side effects to your clinician, and seek care for anything severe or unexpected.
Common questions
Is urea covered at $0 with Tab?
Yes. Urea is on Tab's covered $0 generic list — every covered strength is $0 with an active membership, at participating pharmacies nationwide or by mail order.
Do I need insurance to get urea through Tab?
No. Tab is a membership, not insurance. Covered medications are $0 with an active membership whether or not you have a health plan.
How do I get an urea prescription with Tab?
Book a video visit with a licensed Tab clinician (unlimited visits are included with membership). If it's clinically appropriate, they send the prescription to your chosen participating pharmacy or by mail order.
How much does urea cost without insurance?
Without insurance, retail cash prices for urea vary by pharmacy, strength and quantity. Urea is on Tab's covered $0 generic list, so every covered strength is $0 with an active Tab membership at participating pharmacies nationwide or by mail order.
What is the cheapest way to get urea?
For medications on Tab's covered list, a Tab membership is the cheapest route: covered strengths of urea are $0 with an active membership, and unlimited video visits with a licensed clinician are included, so the visit that produces the prescription is covered too.
What is the usual dose of urea?
Apply Urea 40% 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. (FDA-approved label, retrieved 2026-09-15. Your clinician sets your dose.)
What are the side effects of urea?
Transient stinging, burning, itching or irritation may occur and normally disappear upon discontinuing the use of this product. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-877-250-3427; or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . (FDA-approved label, retrieved 2026-09-15.)
Urea is $0 on the covered list
Members pay $0 for covered generics at participating pharmacies nationwide or by mail order — plus unlimited virtual primary care, urgent care and dermatology visits. No insurance needed.
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