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Contraindications for Colcrys Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Colcrys as follows: Do not take Colcrys, if you ever manifested any allergic response to intake of Colcrys. Discuss your history of allergic response to this medication with your physician, without fail. Colcrys intake, on prolonged use, can rarely also result in bone marrow suppression, resulting in reduced production of all the blood cells. Low red blood cell production can result in findings of anemia and individuals can [...]

Side Effects of Colcrys-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Colcrys as follows: Hematologic side-effects Colcrys intake, on prolonged use, can rarely also result in bone marrow suppression, resulting in reduced production of blood cells. Low red blood cell production can result in findings of anemia and individuals can present with pallor of skin and mucosa, fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, and other symptoms of anemia. Low white blood cell count with colchicine intake [...]

Side Effects of Colcrys-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Colcrys as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects Colcrys use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting, especially when taken on empty stomach. Taking dose of colcrys with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Colcrys intake can result in diarrhea and abdominal pain. The abdominal pain and diarrhea can be [...]

Side Effects of Colcrys-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Colcrys as follows: General allergic reactions Colcrys use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response, such as, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Musculoskeletal side-effects [...]

Side Effects of Colcrys-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Colcrys as follows: Genitourinary side-effects Colcrys intake, secondary to muscle breakdown and trapping of muscle proteins in the kidneys, can result in blocking the blood circulation to the kidneys. This can lead to compromised urine formation and if not relieved in time, can even progress to severe renal failure. Individuals can present with compromised renal function, reduced urine formation, and increased retention of fluid, with edema and [...]