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Treats gout attacks, gouty arthritis, and other medical problems.
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Colchicine
Uses
Treats gout attacks, gouty arthritis, and other medical problems.
Storage
- Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Tablet.
Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.
- Even if you think the medicine is not working, do not stop taking it or take more than your doctor ordered.
May be taken with or without food.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Stomach pain or a burning feeling in the stomach or throat
Bloody urine or a sudden decrease in urine amounts
Bloody or black tarry stools
Numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in hands or feet
Rash, hives, or swelling
Fever or sore throat
Abnormal bleeding or bruising
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to colchicine.
- Colchicine should not be taken if you have serious heart, liver, or kidney disease, a severe stomach disorder, or a blood disorder.
Missed Dose
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next regular dose, skip the missed dose and take your medicine at your usual time.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Drug Interactions
- Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have heart, liver, or kidney disease, ulcers or other stomach problems, a blood disorder, or alcoholism.
If you have nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea while taking colchicine, stop taking the medicine and call your doctor right away.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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