Colchicine


DNX0317.HTM

Colchicine (By mouth)
Colchicine (KOL-chi-seen)

Treats gout attacks, gouty arthritis, and other medical problems.

Brand Name(s):Colchicine
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
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.

How to Use This Medicine:
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.

If a dose is missed:

  • 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.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

  • Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking colchicine.
  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any cancer medicine, medicine to treat an overactive thyroid, Imuran®, chloramphenicol, Cytoxan®, zidovudine, interferon, ganciclovir, flucytosine, or phenylbutazone.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

  • 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.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
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

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

  • Hair loss
  • Appetite loss

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.