Available only by prescription,
colchicine is a medication used to treat and prevent gout attacks. There is only one strength available -- colchicine 0.6 mg tablets. Your dosage amount will depend on several factors, such as your age, other medications you are taking, and your kidney function.
This medication is typically taken once or twice daily, although it may be used more frequently during gout attacks. People with liver disease, kidney disease, or who are taking certain other medications may need a lower-than-normal dosage of colchicine.
(Click Colchicine Dosage for more details on when and how to take this medication. This article discusses the dosing guidelines for 0.6 mg colchicine tablets and provides tips on how to take each dose safely and effectively.)
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