Colchicine

A major alkaloid from Colchicum autumnale L. and found also in other Colchicum species. Its primary therapeutic use is in the treatment of gout, but it has been used also in the therapy of familial Mediterranean fever (PERIODIC DISEASE).

Date introduced: January 1, 1999

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Tree Number(s): D03.132.225

MeSH Unique ID: D003078

Registry Number: SML2Y3J35T

Entry Terms:

• Colchicine, (+-)-Isomer
• Colchicine, (R)-Isomer

Pharmacologic Action:

• Gout Suppressants
• Tubulin Modulators

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Heterocyclic Compounds
Alkaloids
Colchicine
Demecolcine
Lumicolchicines