$13.37
Oral Antigout Medicine
Product Information
Zycolchin (Colchicine) is used to treat and prevent gout attacks. It works by reducing inflammation that causes pain, swelling, and discomfort in affected joints.
Why is this Medication Prescribed?
Zycolchin is prescribed to:
- Treat acute gout attacks
- Prevent recurrent gout attacks
Uses
- Relief of inflammation and pain during gout attacks
- Prevention of future gout episodes in patients with recurrent attacks
Benefits
- Reduces joint inflammation, swelling, and pain caused by gout
- Effective for patients who cannot take other anti-inflammatory medicines
- Can be used with other treatments for long-term gout management
- Helps maintain daily function during gout flare-ups
How Should this Medicine be Used?
- Take by mouth, with or without food
- Take at the same time each day for best results
- Continue taking as prescribed, even if symptoms improve
- Do not stop suddenly without medical advice
- Follow lifestyle measures for best results:
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Eat a balanced diet
- Avoid alcohol and sugar-sweetened drinks
Other Uses
Colchicine may also be used off-label under medical supervision for conditions such as pericarditis or familial Mediterranean fever.
Special Precautions
Before taking Zycolchin, tell your doctor if you:
- Have kidney, liver, or heart problems
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Are taking medicines that may interact with colchicine
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:
- Use only if prescribed by your doctor
- Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not fully established — discuss risks and benefits with your healthcare provider
Possible Side Effects
Common:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
Less common but serious — seek medical advice promptly:
- Muscle weakness or pain
- Numbness or tingling in fingers/toes
- Severe diarrhea or vomiting
- Blood disorders (easy bruising, unusual bleeding, persistent infections)
Storage & Disposal
- Store at room temperature, away from moisture and direct light
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
- Dispose safely as advised by your pharmacist — do not flush down the toilet or pour into drains
Emergency Guidance
- Call emergency services if you experience:
- Severe muscle pain or weakness
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Signs of a severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling of face/lips/throat, severe dizziness, trouble breathing)
- Contact your doctor immediately for:
- Severe or persistent diarrhea or vomiting
- Unusual bruising or bleeding
- Sudden numbness, tingling, or weakness
