Colchicine is used to treat attacks of gout.
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Colchicine 0.6 mg
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Colchicine 0.6 mg
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Colchicine 0.6 mg
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Colchicine Uses
- Colchicine is used to treat attacks of gout.
Colchicine Directions
- Take each dose of Colchicine with a full glass of water. You may take this medicine up to once every hour until the pain is relieved, until the maximum amount of medicine has been taken, or until nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea occurs. To prevent an attack from occurring, you may take Colchicine every day or several days a week. Do not take more doses than your doctor prescribed.
Colchicine Side Effects
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Some of the side effects that may occur while taking Colchicine include: difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; fever; rash; numbness or tingling.
Colchicine Precautions
- Do not take Colchicine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Talk to your doctor if you are or plan on becoming pregnant as this medicine may have harmful effects on the unborn baby.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Overdose
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Symptoms of a Colchicine overdose include nausea; vomiting; stomach pain; diarrhea; muscle weakness; burning in your throat, stomach, or skin; difficulty breathing; delirium; and seizures. An overdose of colchicine can result in death. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.
Storage Information
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Store Colchicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
Where can I get more information?
- Your pharmacist has more information about Colchicine written for health professionals that you may read. Alternatively, please visit the FDA official website.
Disclaimer
This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Be sure to contact your physician, pharmacist or other health care provider for more information about this medication.