ZYCOLCHIN 0.5MG TAB

Overview

ZYCOLCHIN 0.5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ZYCOLCHIN 0.5MG TAB is composed of: COLCHICINE (0.5 MG)

Colchicine affects the way the body responds to uric acid crystals, which reduces swelling and pain. Because colchicine was developed prior to federal regulations requiring FDA review of all marketed drug products not all uses for colchicine have been approved by the FDA. The Colcrys brand of colchicine is FDA-approved to treat or prevent gout in adults, and to treat a genetic condition called Familial Mediterranean Fever in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. The Mitigare brand of colchicine is FDA-approved to prevent gout flares in adults. 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).

Usage

COLCHICINE is generally used to treat: Familial Mediterranean Fever, Acute Gouty Arthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood disorder, stomach or bowel problems, heart, liver or kidney problems, underwent dialysis, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children less than 4 years, during pregnancy and breast feeding. Avoid excess dosage. Avoid contact with people who have infections. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising. Monitor complete blood cell counts, kidney function and liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

COLCHICINE over-dosage can result in: Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Decreased Urination, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Difficulty Breathing, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

COLCHICINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Head Headache, Throat Soreness

Disease Interactions

COLCHICINE can interfere with: Hyponatremia, Hypokalemia, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

COLCHICINE is categorized as: ANTIGOUT AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	54%
Once Daily	35%
Morning	8%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days	48%
10 Days	14%
120 Days	10%
5 Days	10%
2 Days	10%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

12 to 18yrs	4%
18 to 35yrs	4%
35 to 50yrs	17%
50 to 60yrs	25%
60 to 70yrs	29%
70yrs and above	21%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

56%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Rheumatologist	81%
Physician	19%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

FEBUTAZ 80MG TAB	14%
ZYLORIC TAB	14%
ZYLORIC 100MG TAB	11%
PANTOCID 40MG TAB	11%
NUCOXIA P TAB	11%
DEPOMEDROL 40MG INJ	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY)	14%
LFT (SCREENING)	14%
SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY)	14%
SERUM URIC ACID (SEROLOGY)	14%
KFT (SCREENING)	11%
URINE R/M (BIOCHEMISTRY)	11%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)	11%
RFT (BIOCHEMISTRY)	11%
ANTI CCP TEST (HEMATOLOGY)	11%

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

COLCHICINDON 0.5MG TAB	INR 12.29 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG
COLCHICINE		COLCHICINE
COLCHICINE 0.5MG TAB	INR 12.29 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG
COLOCHICINE 0.5MG TAB	INR 10.58 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG
GOUTNIL 0.5 MG TAB	INR 31.64 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG
GOUTNIL 0.5MG TAB	INR 31.64 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG
ZYCOLCHIN 0.5MG TAB	INR 30.24 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG
ZYCOLCHIN TAB	INR 30.24 for 10 TABLETS	COLCHICINE 0.5 MG