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Update on colchicine, 2017

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: Colchicine is an ancient medication that is currently approved for the treatment of gout and FMF. However, colchicine has a wide range of anti-inflammatory activities, and studies indicate that it may be beneficial in a variety of other conditions. This paper reviews the evidence for the well-established use of colchicine in gout, as well as several other rheumatic diseases. In addition, we highlight the potential benefit of colchicine in cardiac disease, including coronary artery disease in patients both with and without gout.

Source: Lara D. Veeken

DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/kex453

Authors: Anastasia Slobodnick, Binita Shah, Svetlana Krasnokutsky, Michael H. Pillinger

Institutions: United States Department of Veterans Affairs, VA NY Harbor Healthcare System, NYU Langone Health, New York University

Language: English

Topic: Gout, Hyperuricemia, Uric Acid

Subfield: Nephrology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze