Understanding Colchicine

Side Effects

Of course, colchicine has many side effects! Examples of the most common ones are nausea, diarrhea, pain in the abdomen, and vomiting. Of course, patients need to call their doctor about these side effects. Less common side effects include fever, chills, headaches, blood in urine, and blood in stool. Another less common side effect of colchicine is difficulty breathing while exercising!

Patients will see skin changes on this medication as well. Examples of skin side effects are burning or crawling sensations, hives, peeling, and redness. Additional side effects of this medication include a sore throat, finger or toe numbness, and sores on the lips or in the mouth. These sores also appear as white spots! Patients need to call their doctor right away when they have infection symptoms or see a gray or pale color on their tongue, palms, or lips.

Get the details on the precautions for this medication next!