Colchicine

Note: The below information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of Colchicine is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your doctor before you buy Colchicine online.

What is Colchicine?
This medication is an remedy for treating joint pain and swelling. It helps to prevent gout and gouty attacks. This medication relieves pain and reduces the inflammation of acute gouty arthritis.

What should I check before I use Colchicine?
Please verify if you have any of the following conditions: an alcohol abuse problem, blood disorders, dental disease, having intramuscular injections, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, stomach or intestinal disease, an unusual or allergic reaction to this medication, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives, pregnant or trying to get pregnant, breast-feeding.

How should I take Colchicine?
Take the tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the label of the prescription. Swallow the tablets with water. If you are taking it regularly to prevent attacks of gout, take exactly as directed. Do not take more often or in higher doses than directed.

If your doctor tells you to, increase the dose as directed when the first symptoms of a gouty attack occur. Reduce the dose as soon as the pain gets better or if nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pains occur. Go back to your normal dose as soon as you can. If you only take the medication when you have a gouty attack, follow the above directions after the first symptoms appear.

Contact your doctor regarding the use of this medicine in children as special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose of Colchicine?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What drug(s) may interact with Colchicine?
Alcohol, antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen), clarithromycin, cyanocobalamin, vitamin B12, cyclosporine, erythromycin.

On the questionaire needed to buy Colchicine of all medicines you are taking, including nonprescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also include if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your doctor before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What side effects may I notice from using Colchicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor as soon as possible: blood in urine, difficulty breathing, fever, chills, or sore throat, muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling in hands or feet, pain or difficulty passing urine, skin rash, itching, stomach pain, swelling of the face or mouth, unusual bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness or tiredness.

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor if they continue or are bothersome): diarrhea, loss of appetite, hair loss.

What precautions should I take while taking Colchicine?
Visit your doctor for regular checks on your progress. You may need periodic blood checks if you are taking the medication regularly.

Try to avoid alcoholic drinks as alcohol can increase the chance of getting stomach problems. It can also increase uric acid concentrations in the blood, which makes a gouty attack more likely.

Do not treat yourself with non-prescription pain-relievers without consulting your doctor.

Can I overdose with Colchicine?
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Where can I keep my Colchicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Protect from light. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.