Everything You Know About Colchicine

Side Effects

Men, keep your guard up! You've got to be ready for some side effects when you're taking colchicine. Expect the most common ones. Yes, you're likely going to get some diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. There are less common side effects too, obviously. So obvious! These include blood in your pee, fever, chills, blood in your poo, and headaches. Oh yes, you didn't forget about the side effect when you're exercising: trouble breathing.

This med triggers skin side effects too. Men, watch for redness, hive, peeling, and a mild burning or crawling sensation. Rare ones you know about already? Yes, let's review: numb toes or fingers, sore throat, and white spots or sores in your mouth or on your lips. Of course, men, you'll have your phone ready to call your doc if you ever, ever see your lips, tongue, or palms turn gray or pale.