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μμ© κΈ°μ : Colchicine exerts its effects through several distinct mechanisms depending on the target tissue: - **Microtubule Disruption:** Binds irreversibly to **tubulin** β inhibits microtubule polymerization β interferes with sol-gel formation and the mitotic spindle β arrests cell division in **metaphase**. - **Antifibrotic Activity:** Stimulates **collagenase** activity β increases the breakdown of collagen and decreases its formation, mitigating hepatic fibrosis. - **Anti-Amyloid Effect:** Blocks the synthesis and secretion of **Serum Amyloid A (SAA)** (an acute-phase reactant protein) by hepatocytes β prevents the formation of amyloid-enhancing factor β halts amyloid deposition in tissues. - **Anti-inflammatory (Gout):** Inhibits neutrophil motility and phagocytosis of monosodium urate crystals β reduces the release of inflammatory mediators.
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- Fibrosis Β· Not recommended Β· PO Β· N/A Β· N/A Β· No evidence for its efficacy as an antifibrotic in cats.
- As an antifibrotic for the adjunctive treatment of hepatic fibrosis (Psittacines) Β· 0.2 mg/kg PO q12h Β· PO Β· q12h Β· May potentiate gout in some cases.
- Adjunctive treatment of hepatic cirrhosis/fibrosis Β· 0.03 mg/kg PO once daily Β· PO Β· q24h
- Adjunctive treatment of hepatic cirrhosis/fibrosis Β· 0.025-0.03 mg/kg PO once daily Β· PO Β· q24h Β· Probenecid-free drug. Not recommended for initial use with azathioprine, chlorambucil or methotrexate due to similar side effects. Used in many dogs and fewer cats without problems.
- Periodic fever syndrome in Shar Pei dogs Β· 0.03 mg/kg PO once daily Β· PO Β· q24h
- To reduce the frequency and severity of fever and prevent the development of amyloidosis in dogs with Shar Pei Fever Β· 0.025-0.03 mg/kg PO q24h Β· PO Β· q24h Β· No evidence supports use of colchicine once amyloidosis has resulted in renal failure.
- Fibrosis / Renal amyloidosis Β· Initial dose 0.01 mg/kg, increase in incremental amounts every 3-4 days to a maximum dose of 0.03 mg/kg Β· PO Β· q24h initially, up to q12h Β· Long-term Β· Increase dose only if no adverse GI effects occur.
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- Serious renal dysfunction
- Serious gastrointestinal dysfunction
- Serious cardiac dysfunction
- Pregnancy (unless benefits strictly outweigh risks)
- Pregnancy
- Severe renal impairment
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- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Anorexia
- Bone marrow suppression (with prolonged use)
- Neutropenia (rare)
- Severe local irritation/thrombophlebitis (if extravasated IV)
- Diarrhoea
- Renal damage (rare)
- Bone marrow suppression (rare)
- Myopathy (rare)
- Peripheral neuropathy (rare)
- Increased serum ALP
- Decreased platelet counts
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- Bone Marrow Depressants (e.g., antineoplastics, immunosuppressants, chloramphenicol, amphotericin B) Β· May cause additive myelosuppression when used concurrently with colchicine.
- Ciclosporin Β· Possible increased risk of nephrotoxicity and myotoxicity Β· major
- NSAIDs (e.g., Phenylbutazone) Β· May increase the risks of thrombocytopenia, leucopenia, or bone marrow depression Β· major
- Anticancer chemotherapeutics Β· May cause additive myelosuppressive effects Β· major
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- Clinical efficacy
- Adverse effects (especially GI signs as early indicators of toxicity)
- CBC (to monitor for bone marrow suppression)
- Gastrointestinal signs (vomiting, diarrhea)
- Complete Blood Count (platelets, WBCs)
- Liver enzymes (ALP)
- Renal function parameters
- Urinalysis
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### Toxicity Profile Colchicine has a **narrow therapeutic index** and can be highly toxic even after relatively small overdoses. In humans, ingestion of as little as 7 mg has been fatal, with 65 mg considered a lethal dose in adults. ### Clinical Signs of Overdose - **Early Signs:** Severe gastrointestinal distress (anorexia, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, paralytic ileus). - **Advanced Signs:** Renal failure, hepatotoxicity, pancytopenia, ascending paralysis, shock, and vascular collapse. ### Management - **No specific antidote exists.** - **Decontamination:** Gut removal techniques should be employed when applicable. Due to extensive **enterohepatic recycling**, administering **repeated doses of activated charcoal** along with a saline cathartic is highly recommended to interrupt systemic reabsorption. - **Supportive Care:** Aggressive fluid therapy, symptomatic management, and potentially peritoneal dialysis.
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