DESCRIPTION

Colcrys (Colchicine) is an Rx medication that is used to treat gout in adults, and further, to treat a genetic condition called Familial Mediterranean Fever in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

Generic forms of colchicine have been used to treat or prevent attacks of gout, or to treat symptoms of Behcets syndrome (such as swelling, redness, warmth, and pain). Colcrys is not a cure for gouty arthritis or Behcets syndrome, and it will not prevent these diseases from progressing. Colchicine Tablets are derived from an alkaloid produced by the plant Colchicum autumnale.

Remember, that this information does not replace your doctor or pharmacist regarding your condition or its treatment. It serves as our best guide, to assist and inform you.

PACKAGING

Colchicine Tablets USP is the generic name of an anti-inflammatory medicine that is used to treat several conditions in patients. Our store only supplies generic Colchicine 0.6mg manufactured by Odan in Canada, as a 0.6mg tablet in packs of 100 and 200. The tablet also contains inactive ingredients like corn starch, calcium carbonate, lactose, stearic acid, talc etc. For the full list, please refer to Safety, below.

Store colchicine at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep colchicine out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Please note that the manufacturing country and the manufacturer may vary depending on the availability.

DELIVERY

The standard shipping fee is a flat rate of $10.00. Orders are normally dispatched in 2-3 working days after the order is processed. Your package will be delivered by regular mail in 10-14 business days after it is shipped out.

For more information and further assistance, please feel free to Customer Service at 604-581-4000 or email us at customerservice@canadawidepharmacy.com.

SIDE-EFFECTS

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Colcrys: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Contact your doctor right away if you experience any of the following side effects:

muscle pain or weakness;

numbness or tingly feeling in your fingers or toes;

pale or gray appearance of your lips, tongue, or hands;

severe or ongoing vomiting or diarrhea;

fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;

easy bruising, unusual bleeding, feeling weak or tired.

Common Colcrys side effects may include:

nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;

diarrhea

SAFETY

Keep Colcrys (colchicine) out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Colcrys should not be used as a routine pain medication for other conditions. Do not use if:

• You are allergic to any of the ingredients - containing 0.6 mg of the active ingredient colchicine USP.
• you have liver or kidney problems and you are also taking certain other medicines (eg, atazanavir, boceprevir, clarithromycin, cyclosporine, darunavir, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, posaconazole, ranolazine, ritonavir or any medicine that contains ritonavir, saquinavir, telaprevir, telithromycin, tipranavir, troleandomycin)

Contact your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these apply to you.

• Do NOT take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
• Colchicine may lower the ability of your body to fight infection. Avoid contact with people who have colds or infections. Tell your doctor if you notice signs of infection like fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
• Colchicine may reduce the number of clot-forming cells (platelets) in your blood. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury. Tell your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding. Tell your doctor if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools.
• Accidental ingestion or overdose of colchicine has been fatal in children and adults. Keep colchicine out of the reach of children. In case of an overdose, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
• If nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea occurs, ask your doctor for ways to lessen these effects. Contact your doctor right away if you experience severe or persistent diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.
• Tell your doctor or dentist that you take colchicine before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
• Use colchicine with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, including muscle and nerve problems.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using colchicine while you are pregnant. Colchicine is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use colchicine, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

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