Colchicine
$0.51
Colchicine treats and prevents gout attacks by reducing the inflammation that causes sudden joint pain and swelling.
Drug Information
5 reviews for Colchicine
Colchicine is a medicine for gout. It treats gout attacks and prevents them, especially when starting uric acid-lowering treatment. It is also used for some other inflammatory conditions.
What is it used for?
- Treating gout attacks
- Preventing gout attacks
- Familial Mediterranean fever and pericarditis (heart lining inflammation)
How does it work?
Colchicine stops white blood cells from moving into the joint and causing inflammation.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- Colchicine can be toxic even at doses a little above normal. Never take more than prescribed.
- It interacts with many medicines, including clarithromycin, erythromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, verapamil, diltiazem, ciclosporin and statins. These can cause dangerous levels.
- Avoid grapefruit juice.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Colchicine can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Feeling sick or being sick
- Stomach pain
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Severe diarrhoea or vomiting
- Muscle pain, weakness or tingling in the fingers and toes
- Sore throat, fever, unusual bruising or bleeding
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- For a gout attack: take 1 mg (two 0.5 mg tablets) as soon as possible, then 0.5 mg one hour later. Then wait at least 12 hours before any more.
- For prevention: 0.5 mg once or twice a day.
- Swallow the tablet with water.
- Stop and contact your doctor if you get diarrhoea or vomiting.
If you miss a dose: Take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QHow fast does Colchicine work for gout?
- A
It works best when taken within the first 12 to 24 hours of an attack.
- QWhat should I do if Colchicine gives me diarrhoea?
- A
Stop taking it and contact your doctor.
- QCan I take Colchicine with statins?
- A
Possibly, but it raises the risk of muscle problems. Tell your doctor.

Mia Larsen –
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Michael Shin –
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Zara Robinson –
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Hana Jones –
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