Prescription Required.Why?
Colchicine is the active ingredient in colchicine medications.It is a naturally occurring substance derived from the autumn crocus plant.
Acute gout flares: Colchicine is used to treat sudden, painful attacks of gout.
Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF): Colchicine can help prevent attacks of FMF, a condition that causes inflammation in the abdomen, chest, and joints.
Pericarditis: Colchicine may be used to treat inflammation of the pericardium, the sac that surrounds the heart.
Colochicine 0.5mg Tab (Colchicine) works by inhibiting the formation of microtubules, which are essential for the movement and function of inflammatory cells called neutrophils. By reducing neutrophil activity, colchicine helps to decrease inflammation and pain.
Store colchicine at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
The dosage of colchicine will vary depending on the condition being treated and the individual patient's needs.
It is typically taken by mouth, with or without food.
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Gastrointestinal upset: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain are common side effects.
Muscle weakness
Bone marrow suppression
Hair loss
Liver damage
Allergic reactions
Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects from colchicine. It is best to avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
Colchicine can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Colchicine can harm an unborn baby. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Colchicine is not typically used in children. It is important to talk to your doctor if you have any concerns about giving this medication to a child.
People with kidney problems may need a lower dose of colchicine.
Colchicine can cause liver damage. It is important to talk to your doctor if you have any concerns about your liver health.
National Institutes of Health (NIH): https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682014.html
Drugs.com: https://www.drugs.com/colchicine.html
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gout/symptoms-causes/syc-20350771
