Understanding Colchicine

Medication Interactions

Colchicine interacts with over two hundred other medications. This is precisely why patients must review their current medications with their doctor first. They also need to talk about the supplements and over-the-counter drugs that they take! Reviewing their medications helps doctors avoid these interactions. Pharmacists will review them as well. Of course, patients cannot take new medications while on colchicine without discussing it with their doctor first! They cannot stop taking current ones either.

This medication interacts with macrolide antibiotics and azole antifungals. More interactions happen with HIV drugs, verapamil, and diltiazem. Many patients need adjusted doses, and others will require alternative medication!