Colchicine 500mcg Tablets

Description

Colchicine 500mcg Tablets are used to treat and prevent acute gout flare-ups, a form of arthritis caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints. They may also be prescribed for familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) and other inflammatory conditions under medical guidance.

How It Works:
Colchicine works by reducing the inflammatory response to uric acid crystals, helping to ease joint pain, swelling, and redness during a gout attack.

Common Uses:

• Acute gout treatment

• Prevention of recurrent gout attacks

• Inflammatory conditions as advised by a doctor

Dosage Guidance:

• Usually taken at the first sign of a gout attack

• Do not exceed the recommended dose (risk of toxicity)

• Not meant for long-term daily use

Precautions:

• Not suitable for patients with kidney or liver impairment

• Avoid grapefruit juice while taking colchicine

• May interact with other medications – consult your doctor