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 weight gain due to fluid retention. Individuals can also present with severe nausea and vomiting and altered levels of consciousness, secondary to reduced excretion in urine and increased accumulation of waste metabolites in the body.
Central nervous system side-effects
- Colcrys intake can induce some dizziness and make one drowsy. The dizziness can be self-limiting and resolve over time. If the dizziness becomes bothersome, report it to your physician and other health care personnel, for any change in plan of care to be considered.
