Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition : Colchicine(0.5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. If you stop, your symptoms may get worse.
The primary mechanism of action of colchicine is tubulin disruption. This leads to subsequent down regulation of multiple inflammatory pathways and modulation of innate immunity
Colchicine is a tricyclic, lipid-soluble alkaloid derived from the plant of the Lily family Colchicum autumnale, sometimes called the "autumn crocus". It is predominantly metabolized in the gastrointestinal tract. Two proteins, P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and CYP3A4 seem to play a pivotal role, governing its pharmacokinetic.
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Contraindications. ...
Biliary obstruction, renal impairment, hepatic disease, and renal disease. ...
Alcoholism, Gastrointestinal Disease. ...
Bone Marrow Suppression. ...
Dialysis. ...
Dental Disease. ...
Neuromuscular Toxicity. ...
Geriatric.
Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Acute and recurrent pericarditis.
Prevention of post pericardial syndrome.
Primary biliary cirrhosis.
Hepatic cirrhosis.
Dermatitis herpetiformis.
Paget's disease of bone.
Chronic immune thrombocytopenia and idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.
Pseudogout.
bone marrow suppression.
cardiac dysfunction.
DIC.
electrolyte disturbances.
liver disease.
renal dysfunction.
rhabdomyolysis.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention of gout.
It interacts with many different medicines. Inform your doctor about all the medications that you are taking.
Inform your doctor if you have serious nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or if you have tingling in your fingers or toe.
It can lower your body's ability to make new blood cells. Inform your doctor know if you have frequent bleeding, bruising, fevers, or if you are always tired.
Do not take Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet if you have severe liver disease, kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How long can I take Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet for?
Don’t stop your medication abruptly. Consult your doctor before stopping any medicine, and never attempt to do it on your own
Q. Does Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet expire?
Yes. It has an expiry. Do not take Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet after the expiry date which is stated on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month
Q. Does Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet cause weight loss?
Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet is known to cause weight loss. If you experience such side effects, always consult your doctor
Q. Does Colchicindon 0.5mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is one of it’s side effect
