Colcrys / Colchicine Information:
Colchicine (under brand name: Colcrys) is a drug which is prescribed for the treatment and prevention of attacks of gout, or to treat the symptoms of Behcets syndrome such as swelling, redness, warmth and pain. Colchicine is not a cure for gouty arthritis or Behcets syndrome, and it does not prevent the diseases from progressing – it merely treats the symptoms. Colchicine is also used to treat Mediterranean fever. It should not be used as a routine pain medication for other conditions. Colchicine works by affecting the way that the body responds to uric acid crystals, which reduces swelling and pain.
Colcrys / Colchicine Side Effects:
As with any drug, there may be side effects from taking Colchicine including mild nausea, mild stomach pain and mild diarrhea. More serious side effects may include muscle pain or weakness, numbness or tingling in the fingers or toes, pale or gray appearance to lips or tongue, severe vomiting or diarrhea, easy bruising or bleeding, feeling weak, fatigue, fever, chills, body ache, flu-like symptoms, blood in the urine and urinating less than usual. If you experience any side effects you must seek medical attention immediately for safety.
Colcrys / Colchicine Directions:
You should follow the instructions of the doctor who prescribed Colchicine to you. Directions and dosage information can also be found on the pack or leaflet inside the pack. Colchicine comes in tablet form. You should swallow Colchicine whole with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food. Never crush, chew or break tablets as this may result in too much of the drug being released at one time which can have undesirable effects. Colchicine should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight and heat.
Colcrys / Colchicine Precautions:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Colchicine, you should avoid taking it and inform your doctor. You must consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions including liver or kidney disease, heart disease, stomach ulcer, severe gastrointestinal disorders, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease or intestinal bleeding. You must consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications as they may interact with Colchicine, including conivaptan, diclofenac, imatinib, isoniazid, quinidine, antidepressants, antibiotics, anti-fungals, cholesterol medications, heart or blood pressure medications, HIV or AIDs medications and organ transplant rejection medications.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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