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ZYCOLCHIN 0.5 MG TABLET
Generic : Colchicine (0.5mg)
Treatment : Gout
Pack size : 10 (Tablet)
Manufacturer : Zydus Cadila
Made In : INDIA
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Zycolchin Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment and prevention of gout. It reduces inflammation which causes pain, swelling, and other symptoms of gout.
Zycolchin Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. If you stop, your symptoms may get worse.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
BENEFITS OF ZYCOLCHIN TABLET
In Treatment of Gout
Gout is a form of arthritis caused by excess uric acid in the bloodstream. Gout causes attacks of painful inflammation in one or more of your affected joints. Zycolchin Tablet contains colchicine that reduces the inflammation, swelling and pain of the gout attack. This medicine is very effective in people who cannot take other anti-inflammatory painkillers and also for those who are taking other medicines for treatment and prevention of gout.
Take Zycolchin Tablet as prescribed and avoid skipping doses. Make appropriate lifestyle changes like losing weight (if you are overweight), eating a healthy diet and avoiding alcohol or sugar-sweetened drinks to get maximum benefit.
Take Zycolchin Tablet as prescribed and avoid skipping doses. Make appropriate lifestyle changes like losing weight (if you are overweight), eating a healthy diet and avoiding alcohol or sugar-sweetened drinks to get maximum benefit.
HOW TO USE ZYCOLCHIN TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zycolchin Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW ZYCOLCHIN TABLET WORKS
Zycolchin Tablet reduces inflammation which causes pain, swelling and other symptoms of gout.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zycolchin Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zycolchin Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zycolchin Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zycolchin Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zycolchin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zycolchin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zycolchin Tablet should preferably be avoided if you have serious kidney disease.
Use of Zycolchin Tablet should preferably be avoided if you have serious kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Zycolchin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zycolchin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, close monitoring is recommended for patients with mild to moderate liver disease also but dose adjustment is not necessary.
However, close monitoring is recommended for patients with mild to moderate liver disease also but dose adjustment is not necessary.
Interaction with drugs
- CYCLOSPORINE
- CLARITHROMYCIN
- NEFAZODONE
- ATORVASTATIN
- DIGOXIN
- ROSUVASTATIN
- KETOCONAZOLE
- ITRACONAZOLE
- IBUPROFEN
- NAPROXEN
- DISULFIRAM
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ZYCOLCHIN TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Zycolchin Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
SIDE EFFECTS
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zycolchin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
FAQ's
Q. How long can I take Zycolchin Tablet for?
Don’t stop your medication abruptly. Consult your doctor before stopping any medicine, and never attempt to do it on your own
Q. Does Zycolchin Tablet expire?
Yes. It has an expiry. Do not take Zycolchin Tablet after the expiry date which is stated on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month
Q. Does Zycolchin Tablet cause weight loss?
Zycolchin Tablet is known to cause weight loss. If you experience such side effects, always consult your doctor
Q. Does Zycolchin Tablet cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is one of it’s side effect
Q. Does Zycolchin Tablet raise blood sugar?
Zycolchin Tablet may affect your blood sugar level. If you are a patient suffering from diabetes, take Zycolchin Tablet as recommended by your doctor
Q. Does Zycolchin Tablet cause liver damage?
Zycolchin Tablet very cause liver damage, but on high dose it may cause liver damage.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pack size – 10 (Tablet)
pack form – Tablet
weight – 4 (gms)
dimensions – 4 (cm) x 4 (cm) x 4 (cm)
MORE INFORMATION
Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.
Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.