Colchicine Tablets

Formulated to alleviate severe uric acid-induced joint pain to support mobility and target neutrophil-mediated articular inflammation.

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Colchicine Tablets details

Conditions: Acute Gout Flare · Familial Mediterranean Fever
Alternative names: colgout
Therapeutic class: Anti-Gout Agent
Pharmacological class: Microtubule Disrupter
Known off-label uses: pericarditis
Contraindications: renal or hepatic impairment concurrent with P-gp or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
Minor side effects: nausea; vomiting; diarrhoea
Moderate side effects: abdominal pain; fatigue; headache
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Onset Time: 12–24 hours
Duration: 12 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Clarithromycin; Ketoconazole; Grapefruit
Age restrictions: Approved for paediatric and adult populations.

Serious side effects

severe bone marrow depression, requires immediate medical attention; rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

formulated to alleviate severe uric acid-induced joint pain to support mobility and target neutrophil-mediated articular inflammation.

Mechanism of action

Disrupts microtubular function in leucocytes, stopping their migration to uric acid crystals and suppressing localised inflammatory signaling.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Potential developmental toxicity. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low quantities.

Colchicine Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Colchicine, rather than under a brand.

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