Colchicine

Colchicine treats joint pain and swelling due to gout. It also helps to prevent gout and gouty attacks. Colchicine relieves pain and reduces the inflammation of acute gouty arthritis

Consult your doctor on exact dosage, and any special dietary information and take exactly as prescribed. Swallow whole with a glass of water.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Unusual Bleeding/Bruising
Breathing Difficulties
Seizures/Convulsions
Blood in Urine/Stool
Vomiting/Nausea
stomach Pain
Severe Rash
Hair Loss
Diarrhea
Fever

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

Anti Inflammatory Drugs
Alcohol Abuse/Problem
Cyanocobalamin
Clarithromycin
Erythromycin
Cyclosporine
Vitamin B12
NSAIDs

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

Blood Disorder
Stomach Disorder
Intestinal Disorder
Kidney/Liver/Heart Problems
Taking Intra Muscular Injections

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.

Contact a pediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

This medicine is used to prevent gout and gouty attacks. It is also used to treat joint pains and swelling due to gout.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F, away from heat and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to concieve.

If you concieve whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.