Guide To Colchicine

Potential Medication Interactions

Colchicine is associated with more than two hundred potential medication interactions. Thus, patients should make sure their doctor knows about all of their medicines, including over-the-counter drugs, prescriptions, vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements. This should help reduce the risk of potential medication interactions. Pharmacists should check for potential interactions before dispensing colchicine as well. During treatment, patients should not start or stop any other medications without talking to their doctor first.

Some of the potential medication interactions with colchicine include azole antifungal medicines, such as ketoconazole, and macrolide antibiotics. Other interactions exist with verapamil, diltiazem, and HIV drugs. Individuals who take these medicines may need to have their doses adjusted. In some cases, alternative medications may be necessary. This may be an alternative to current medications or one for colchicine.