Colchicine is taken orally (by mouth).

Swallow whole with a glass of water.

Consult your doctor on any special dietary instructions.

Take exactly as directed.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Blood in Urine/Stool
Breathing Difficulties
Diarrhea
Fever
Seizures/Convulsions
Severe Rash
Unusual Bleeding/Bruising
Vomiting/Nausea

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

Alcohol
Anti Inflammatory Drugs
Clarithromycin
Cyanocobalamin
Cyclosporine
Erythromycin
NSAIDs
Vitamin B12

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Contact a pediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to concieve.

If you concieve whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.

Colchicine treats painful swelling due to gouty arthiritis & is also used regularly to prevent gout/gouty arthiritis attacks.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature between 15- 30 degrees C, away from heat and moisture.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

Blood Disorder
Intestinal Disorder
Kidney/Liver/Heart Problems
Stomach Disorder
Taking Intra Muscular Injections