Rhea Colchicine: Dosages and Ingredients | Full Prescribing Info

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Full Prescribing Info

Contents

Colchicine.

Description

Each tablet contains: Colchicine tablet 500 mcg.

Indications/Uses

Colchichine is indicated for the treatment of gout. It is effective in relieving the pain of acute attacks, especially if therapy is begun early in the attack and in adequate dosage.

Dosage/Direction for Use

1 mg initially, followed by 500 micrograms every 2-3 hours until relief of pain is obtained or vomiting or diarrhea occurs, or until a total dose of 10 mg has been reached. The course should not be repeated within 3 days.
Prevention of attacks during initial treatment with allopurinol or uricosuric drugs, 500 micrograms 2-3 times daily.
Or as prescribed by the physician.

Contraindications

Elderly and debilitated patients, cardiac, gastrointestinal, renal disease, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Warnings

If gastrointestinal disturbances occur discontinue medication.

Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

Contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Adverse Reactions

Most common are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain. Large doses may also cause profuse diarrhea, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, rashes and renal damage, rarely peripheral neuritis, alopecia and with prolonged treatment of blood dyscrasias.

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MIMS Class

Hyperuricemia & Gout Preparations

ATC Classification

M04AC01 - colchicine ; Belongs to the class of preparations with no effect on uric acid metabolism. Used in the treatment of gout.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Rhea Colchicine tab 500 mcg

Packing/Price

100's (P458.75/pack)

Rhea Colchicine

colchicine

Manufacturer:

Surepharm

Distributor:

Philusa