What Is COLCRYS®? - COLCRYS® (colchicine, USP) tablets

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What Is COLCRYS?

COLCRYS prevents and soothes your painful gout flares with fewer side effects.

COLCRYS is the only single-ingredient colchicine product approved by the FDA to prevent and treat gout flares.^1,2

In the past, colchicine was prescribed in high doses until the pain subsided or harsh side effects, like diarrhea, developed. But now, new studies show there's a gentler choice with COLCRYS.²

It's tough on gout, but gentler on you than high-dose colchicine.

COLCRYS is a prescription medicine used to prevent and treat gout flares. COLCRYS should not be taken to treat pain related to other conditions.

Ask your healthcare provider if COLCRYS is right for you.

Why is COLCRYS a good choice?

Important Safety Information

COLCRYS^® (colchicine, USP) tablets are used to prevent and treat gout flares.

COLCRYS can cause serious side effects in people with kidney or liver problems who are taking medicines that interfere with COLCRYS. COLCRYS can also cause serious muscle problems. You have a higher chance for muscle problems if you are taking certain other medicines with COLCRYS. Certain medicines when taken with COLCRYS can cause the levels of COLCRYS to be too high in your body. Discuss any health problems you have, as well as medicines you are taking (including non-prescription medications and herbal supplements), with your healthcare provider before starting COLCRYS. The most common side effect in clinical trials for the prevention and treatment of gout was diarrhea.

For more information, refer to the patient Medication Guide in the full Prescribing Information. This information is not intended to replace discussions with a healthcare provider.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

You may also report negative side effects to the manufacturer of COLCRYS by calling 1.888.351.3786.

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