COLCHICINE

Overview

COLCHICINE is a Schedule H drug.
Colchicine affects the way the body responds to uric acid crystals, which reduces swelling and pain. Because colchicine was developed prior to federal regulations requiring FDA review of all marketed drug products not all uses for colchicine have been approved by the FDA. The Colcrys brand of colchicine is FDA-approved to treat or prevent gout in adults, and to treat a genetic condition called Familial Mediterranean Fever in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. The Mitigare brand of colchicine is FDA-approved to prevent gout flares in adults. Generic forms of colchicine have been used to treat or prevent attacks of gout or to treat symptoms of Behcets syndrome (such as swelling, redness, warmth, and pain).

Usage

COLCHICINE is generally used to treat: Familial Mediterranean Fever, Acute Gouty Arthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood disorder, stomach or bowel problems, heart, liver or kidney problems, underwent dialysis, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children less than 4 years, during pregnancy and breast feeding. Avoid excess dosage. Avoid contact with people who have infections. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising. Monitor complete blood cell counts, kidney function and liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

COLCHICINE over-dosage can result in: Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Decreased Urination, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Difficulty Breathing, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

COLCHICINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Head Headache, Throat Soreness

Disease Interactions

COLCHICINE can interfere with: Hyponatremia, Hypokalemia, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

COLCHICINE is categorized as: ANTIGOUT AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with COLCHICINE as Ingredient

COLCHICINDON 0.5MG TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG
COLCHICINE 0.5MG TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG
COLOCHICINE 0.5MG TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG
GOUTNIL 0.5 MG TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG
GOUTNIL 0.5MG TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG
ZYCOLCHIN 0.5MG TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG
ZYCOLCHIN TABCOLCHICINE 0.5 MG