Uses of Cocilone

Cocilone drug is used in the treatment of acute gout attacks, when using the drug to help reduce swelling and pain in patients. So how should Cocilone be used and in what dosage?

Cocilone drug has the main ingredient: Colchicine is indicated in the treatment of acute gout attacks. Prevention of recurrent gout, prevention of acute attacks of gout. Acute articular cartilage inflammation with calcification, Sarcoid arthritis, arthritis with erythema nodosum, cyclic fever....
Cocilone drug should be used under the prescription of a specialist to help the process of use achieve be more efficient.

Like many other drugs, the dose of Cocilone will depend on each medical condition, age, and gender. You can refer to the recommended dosage below:
Usual Adult Dose for Acute Gout
Initial dose: 0.5–1.2mg orally, then 1 hour later by 0.5–0, 6mg. The average total dose of Colchicine 1mg during the course of treatment was 4–6mg. Usual dose for children
Children from 4 to 6 years old: give children 0.3-1.8mg, divided into 1 time or 2 times. Children from 6-12 years old: give children 0.9-1.8mg, divided into 1 time or 2 times. Children older than 12 years old: give children 1.2-2.4mg, divided into 1 time or 2 times to drink. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. You should not take double the prescribed dose.
In case of overdose, the patient should monitor their health and notify the doctor immediately. Because overdose causes many dangers to the health of the patient. To limit the problem of overdosing and forgetting the dose, the patient should clearly write down the information and order the medicine so that the medication takes place according to the schedule.
Cocilone drug achieves the best treatment effect in the case of new-onset disease and is used immediately. The drug is currently recommended for both children and adults. However, before using it, it is necessary to consult a professional doctor.

During the course of taking the drug, the patient does not have too many side effects, only a few patients will experience the following condition: mild nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea... usually these effects This side effect will go away after the patient stops taking the medicine, so you should not be too worried.
Before taking the drug, the patient should note a number of issues such as:
Allergy to any ingredient of the drug. This drug should not be used by pregnant or lactating women. People with liver or kidney disease should be careful when taking this medicine.

Toxicity of cyclosporine may be increased when colchicine 1mg and ciclosporin are co-administered.
Colchicine 1mg may decrease the body's absorption of vitamin B12 but this absorption can be restored.
Colchicine may change the way other medicines you are taking or increase the effect of side effects. To avoid drug interactions, you should talk to your doctor about all the medications you are taking, including supplements. From there, your doctor will advise you on the best way to use the drug.
While taking the drug, avoid using spicy, greasy food or alcohol and tobacco, because it can interact with certain drugs.
Medicines when used should be stored in a dry place, avoid moisture because this can affect the drug structure. If you notice a change in color compared to the original time, you should stop and consult a doctor.
In short, Cocilone is effective in the treatment of acute muscles, the use of the drug should be strictly according to the instructions of professional doctors and pharmacists. If you have any questions during the course of taking the drug, you should discuss it directly with your doctor for appropriate indications.