COLCHICINE 0.5mg (TAKATA) 100tab.

COLCHICINE Tablets 0.5mg

Indications:

This medicine prevents gout attacks by suppressing the effect of white blood cells on uric acid in the joints.

It also controls the symptoms of familial Mediterranean fever by acting on microtubules and therefore suppressing the production of inflammatory cytokines.

It is commonly used to prevent/treat attacks of gout or familial Mediterranean fever. However, by itself, it does not treat the causes of the disease.

Possible side effects:

If you have previously had any allergic reactions (itching, rash, etc.) to any medications or food.

If you have liver or kidney disease.

If you are pregnant, you may be pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you are taking any other medications. (Some medications may interact to enhance or weaken the therapeutic effects. Beware of over-the-counter medications and dietary supplements, as well as other medications,

Dosage and regimen

Your dosage schedule prescribed by your doctor ((must be written by a medical professional))

During an attack: As a rule, adults take 1 tablet (0.5 mg of the active substance) at a time every 3-4 hours, 6-8 times a day. The dosage can be adjusted depending on your age or symptoms. It is recommended to limit the daily dose to 1.8 mg, taking 6 to 8 tablets per day may be high. Be sure to follow the dosage instructions given by your medical institution.

Seizure prevention: as a rule, adults take 1 to 2 tablets (0.5 to 1 mg of the active ingredient) per day.

Feeling (premonition) of an attack: In general, adults take 1 tablet (0.5 mg of the active substance) at a time.

Family Mediterranean Fever:As a rule, adults should take 1 tablet (0.5 mg of the active substance) at a time in 1-2 doses. The dosage can be adjusted depending on your age or condition. The maximum daily dose is 1.5 mg. Usually, children are prescribed from 0.01 to 0.02 mg / kg of the active ingredient per day in 1-2 doses. The dosage can be adjusted depending on your age or condition. The maximum daily dose is 0.03 mg / kg. In any case, follow the instructions strictly.

If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. You should never take two doses at a time.

If you accidentally take a dose higher than prescribed, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.