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About Gountnil 0.5mg Tablet

COLCHICINE is an anti-inflammatory agent and belongs to the class of anti-gout agents. It is used in the treatment and prevention of acute attacks or flare-ups of gout. Gout is a chronic condition that occurs due to the deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints. It is characterized by intense pain and swelling in the affected joints. COLCHICINE decreases pain, swelling, and inflammation. It also prevents sudden attacks of pain caused by acute gout.

COLCHICINE is usually used as a combination therapy with other drugs to treat gout. It is primarily available for oral use in the form of a tablet or capsule. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You may experience side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. These effects gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to COLCHICINE or any other medicines. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use COLCHICINE with proper consultation and caution. Do not take COLCHICINE if you have severe blood disorder, kidney or liver problems and you are taking certain medicines. Do not stop taking COLCHICINE even if there is no pain. Complete the course of the treatment as prescribed by the doctor. Seek medical attention immediately if you observe any abnormal signs or symptoms.

Uses of Gountnil 0.5mg Tablet

Treatment of acute gout, prevention of gout attacks

Medicinal Benefits of Gountnil 0.5mg Tablet

COLCHICINE has anti-inflammatory properties. It works by targeting white blood cells (neutrophils). It reduces the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals in the affected joints, thereby reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation.

Directions for Use

COLCHICINE should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. The doctor will prescribe the required dose and duration depending on the severity of your disease. Take this tablet as a whole with a glass of water. You can take this medicine with or without food.

Side Effects of Gountnil 0.5mg Tablet

Gastrointestinal effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain are common side-effects of COLCHICINE. Fatigue and headache are also seen in some patients. Other less common side effects are muscle pain, weakness, hair loss, rash, loss of appetite, and male infertility (low sperm production). These side-effects gradually resolve over time. If the condition worsens or there are any abnormal signs, seek medical help immediately.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

COLCHICINE should not be used in patients with liver diseases as it increases the risk of muscle damage. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems and blood disorders. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 12 years should use only with a doctor's advice. Overdose of COLCHICINE may lead to abdominal pain, severe nausea, bloody stools, and dizziness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

COLCHICINE may interact with lipid-lowering medications such as atorvastatin and rosuvastatin, a medicine used to treat heart disorders such as digoxin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as naproxen and ibuprofen, anti-fungal drugs such as ketoconazole and itraconazole, drugs used to treat alcoholism such as disulfiram, antibiotics such as clarithromycin, and antidepressants such as nefazodone.  

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Patients with blood disorders such as blood dyscrasias (imbalance of white blood cells, red blood cells, or platelets, or impairment in bone marrow function), kidney diseases, liver problems, or heart disorders. 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Alcohol may affect COLCHICINE effectiveness. So, people should avoid taking alcohol while using COLCHICINE.

PREGNANCY

Pregnant women should take COLCHICINE only when prescribed by a doctor.

BREAST FEEDING

The safe use of COLCHICINE in breastfeeding mothers has not yet been established. So, it should be used in breastfeeding women only when prescribed by a doctor.

DRIVING

Driving should be avoided as COLCHICINE may cause dizziness.

LIVER

COLCHICINE may cause liver damage. So, it should be advised with caution in patients with liver diseases.

KIDNEY

COLCHICINE should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment. The doctor may adjust the dose depending on your condition.