Efficacy of Urea-based Moisturizer for Dry Skin in T2D

Dear Dr. Renukaprasad A R, In patients with diabetes mellitus (DM), skin xerosis, calluses, and fissures present on the shins and feet may result in the development of ulcers. Effective foot care for people with diabetes includes regular moisturizing as a key preventive measure.1 Urea, a natural moisturizing factor, is a potent emollient and keratolytic agent. Arginine improves microcirculation, while urea and carnosine inhibit the formation and accumulation of advanced glycated end products. Collectively, these ingredients improve skin hydration.1 Check out this exclusive Journal Watch, where we have summarized a randomized, 8-month, assessor-blinded, controlled study where the efficacy of urea, arginine, and carnosine-based cream for severe foot xerosis in DM patients was evaluated. Read More Reference Federici A et al., Curr Med Res Opin. 2015 Jun;31(6):1063-9. Docplexus: One of the world's largest online communities of Doctors Pune - 411045, India info@docplexus.co.in   |  +91 98500 36954 You are receiving this communication because you are registered member of Docplexus. Unsubscribe from this mailing list. *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* *|LIST:ADDRESS|* *|REWARDS_TEXT|*