2024年7月23日 · Colchicine is an oral, plant-based prescription alkaloid derived from the dried seeds of the autumn crocus or meadow saffron (Colchicum autumnale) that, depending on the brand or generic, may be used to: reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death in adults with heart disease or at high risk of developing it (Lodoco tablets).

2024年11月17日 · Overview: Colchicine tablets, capsules, and liquid are used to reduce complications from coronary artery disease, treat Familial Mediterranean Fever, and treat or prevent gout attacks. The...

Colchicine capsules are a prescription medication used to prevent gout flares in adults. It is not known if colchicine capsules are safe and effective for the treatment of: • acute gout flares . Colchicine capsules are not a pain medicine and it should not be taken to treat pain related to other conditions unless specifically for those ...

Colchicine comes as a capsule, tablet and solution (liquid; Gloperba®) to take by mouth with or without food. When colchicine is used to prevent gout attacks or to treat FMF, it is usually taken once or twice a day.

Colchicine tablets are indicated in adults and children four years or older for treatment of familial Mediterranean fever (FMF). The long-term use of colchicine is established for FMF and the prophylaxis of gout flares, but the safety and efficacy of repeat treatment for gout flares has not been evaluated.

Colchicine is used by people with heart disease or people who have multiple risk factors for heart disease to help reduce the risk of getting serious related heart and blood vessel problems...

2021年12月7日 · Colchicine capsules are indicated for prophylaxis of gout flares in adults. The safety and effectiveness of colchicine capsules for acute treatment of gout flares during prophylaxis has not been studied. Colchicine capsules are not an analgesic medication and should not be used to treat pain from other causes.

2024年6月12日 · Colchicine Capsules are indicated for prophylaxis of gout flares in adults. Limitations of use: The safety and effectiveness of colchicine for acute treatment of gout flares during prophylaxis has not been studied.

2023年11月5日 · Easy-to-read patient leaflet for Colchicine Capsules. Includes indications, proper use, special instructions, precautions, and possible side effects. Skip to main content

Colchicine is used to prevent or treat attacks of gout (also called gouty arthritis). This condition is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. An attack of gout occurs when uric acid causes inflammation (pain, redness, swelling, and heat) in a joint. Colchicine does not cure gout, but it will help prevent gout attacks.