Preventing Gout Attacks With Gout Pills

Gout is considered one of the world’s oldest diseases, so it’s not surprising that gout pills have been around for a very long time.1 One well-known kind of gout pill is colchicine.2 If you have frequent gout attacks…

Medicine to Prevent Gout Attacks

A gout diagnosis is not exactly cause for celebration. Or is it? If you suffer from mysterious and sudden late-night attacks of pain, redness and swelling in one of your joints, it may be a relief to finally know the

Can You Prevent Gout?

If you’ve ever watched a friend or loved one experience a gout attack, you’ll most likely do anything to avoid the same fate. Aside from the pain, the potential complications and long-term effects of gout (heart disease and joint deformities,…

Gout Pain Relief — Tips for Taking Allopurinol and Colchicine

Whether you are newly diagnosed with gout or have been living with the disease for a while, chances are your doctor has recommended two gout medications:1 A urate-lowering therapy (ULT) such as allopurinol to reduce the amount of uric

Home Remedies for Gout: What Works?

If you suffer with gout, it’s important to know that medication is one of the most effective ways to manage the condition.1,2 A urate-lowering therapy (ULT) such as allopurinol can reduce the amount of uric acid in your bloodstream…

What Causes Gout Flares? The Answer May Surprise You

If you have been diagnosed with gout, your doctor has probably told you that it’s caused by excess uric acid in the bloodstream.1 But what triggers the sudden episodes of intense pain, swelling and redness known as gout flares?…

Buying Good Shoes for Gout? Here’s What to Look for in Footwear if You Have Gout in Your Feet

Did you know that humans have been wearing footwear for about 30,000 years?1 Originally intended simply as a protective covering, shoes have come a long way in changing how our feet feel and function.1 Read on to learn…

Hot Drinks and Gout: Which Ones Are Best

Coffee. Tea. Hot chocolate. Mulled wine. When the mercury drops outside, there’s nothing better than coming in from the cold to enjoy a hot drink. And here’s something else to feel good about—certain hot beverages may have benefits for people…

How to Prevent Painful Gout Flares

How would you describe a painful gout flare? “Intense? Crushing? Fiery? Excruciating? Overwhelming? Unbearable?” Given a standard scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the worst pain imaginable, most people with gout rate the pain of a flare as…

3 Reasons to Choose the Colchicine Capsule

Many people take colchicine to help prevent the sudden, painful episodes known as gout flares (also known as gout attacks).1,2 The drug is available in capsule, tablet and liquid formulations.3 Some people may find that Colchicine Capsules have

What Not to Do During a Gout Flare

According to the results of a survey conducted by the Gout Education Society, one in five people with gout believe that the pain of a gout flare is worse than any other pain imaginable.1 (If you’ve ever experienced a…

An Eating Plan for Gout

For many Americans, healthier eating was a top New Year’s resolution this year.1,2 Some started diets on January 1 and never looked back. For others, however, it hasn’t been so easy. If you suffer with gout and find that…

It Couldn’t Be Gout… Could It?

If you have ever been awakened in the middle of the night with a sharp, yet unexplained pain in one of your joints, you probably wondered what on earth could be causing it. You may have even asked yourself, “It…

How Can I Tell if My Gout Is Getting Worse?

Although nine out of 10 people who suffer with gout agree that it is a serious health issue, far fewer are taking steps to manage it.1 In fact, just 10 percent of people with gout are getting the ongoing…

Setting a Gout Management Goal

If you suffer with frequent flares and are thinking it might be time to change how you manage your gout, you’re not alone. A 2018 treatment survey of patients at a community-based clinic found that, for more than half of…

What Is the Best Kind of Gout Doctor?

Imagine this: You’re going to bed after an evening out where you had a delicious surf and turf dinner and a glass or two of wine.1 One minute you’re sleeping soundly. The next, you wake up feeling like your…

When Should I Seek Medical Attention for a Gout Flare?

If you have gout and suffer with gout attacks, when is the right time to seek medical attention for a gout flare? You may have learned (through trial and error, perhaps) what to do to get through the initial pain…

Maintaining Bone and Joint Health With Gout

Have you ever suffered a gout flare? If you have, it is certainly understandable if the threat of a sudden and intensely painful gout attack worries you more than anything else about the condition. But have you ever considered how…

Can I Make a Telemedicine Appointment for My Gout?

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be thinking twice about going out in public. Visiting your doctor’s office, which at one time seemed like a routine errand, might now feel like a dangerous mission. In recent months, you may have…

How Might the Stress of COVID-19 Affect Gout?

For many people, the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) is a major source of fear and anxiety.1 If you have gout, the extra stress you may be feeling could affect you in ways you might not expect.2,3 Some folks…

Is There a Cure for Gout?

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have had the condition for years, you may have wondered whether or not there is a cure for gout. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the short answer is “no.”1 However,…

Cooking Gout-Friendly Meals at Home

Dining out certainly has its advantages—a wide variety of menu options, no chopping or sautéing and zero cleanup to name a few. But dining in has advantages, too. You probably know that cooking at home can be better than ordering…

Gout Risk and Aging in Women

Many of the changes you experience as you get older are positive. Maybe you feel more comfortable in your own skin. Perhaps your priorities are clearer. And maybe you’re lucky enough to have more time to do the things you…

Taking Colchicine With ULT

If you have gout, chances are your doctor has prescribed urate-lowering therapy (ULT) to reduce the amount of uric acid in your bloodstream and help manage the disease.1 But did you know that you might also need to take…

Eating Healthy With Gout This Summer

Summer is here—that wonderful time of year when fresh, delicious produce is everywhere! While it’s a great idea to follow a well-balanced diet all year long, many foods widely available right now can be especially helpful in preventing gout flares.…

A Brief History of Gout Disease

First identified by the Egyptians around 2640 BC, gout is one of the earliest known diseases.1 Millions of people (mostly men) still suffer with it today.2 Fortunately, scientists have learned a lot about this potentially debilitating condition over…

2020 Update to Gout Management Guidelines

The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) is a non-profit, global organization committed to improving the care of people with rheumatic diseases, including gout.1 To establish the most effective disease management strategies and ensure the best outcomes for patients, the…

How to Track Your Gout Triggers and Gout Attacks

Gout attacks, or flares, can be caused by a number of triggers.1-3 Although some of them are outside of your control, others may be avoidable.1-3 Keeping track of your gout attacks and the circumstances that surround them may…

Serum Uric Acid and Other Important Numbers for People With Gout

You may have heard that gout is caused by excess uric acid in your bloodstream, a condition known as hyperuricemia.1 But did you know that having excess uric acid in your bloodstream can increase your risk of other health…

How to Handle a Gout Attack

For many people with gout, it’s hard to imagine anything more painful than a gout attack.1 Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can ease the intense pain, heat and swelling associated with one of these episodes, as…

New Year—New Approach to Gout and Gout Flares

The beginning of the new year is a great time to make positive changes that support your long-term health. With the holidays behind you, you may find it easier to get back into a routine that includes eating balanced meals…

Don’t Let Gout Get You Down—Get the Gout Treatment You Need and Deserve

Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis that affects more than 8 million Americans.1 Unfortunately, fewer than one in three people who have it are getting the gout treatment they need.2 If you have gout, it is…

I’ve been diagnosed with gout. Now what?

If you have recently learned you have gout, you may have mixed feelings about your diagnosis. Perhaps you are relieved to know that the source of your discomfort is treatable. Or maybe you are worried about how you will manage…

Caring For Your Loved One With Gout

As excruciating as gout flares can be1, it’s almost as painful to watch someone else suffer with them—especially someone you care about. Fortunately, there are many ways to provide support and help make life better for someone with…

Why Do Gout Attacks Happen at Night?

Many people with gout know what it’s like to be awakened at 3 am with the excruciating pain of a gout flare. But why do gout attacks happen at night? Dr. Hyon Choi, Director of Clinical Epidemiology at Massachusetts General…

Is There a Link Between Drinking Coffee and Gout?

If you start your day with coffee, you’re in good company. According to the results of a survey commissioned by the National Coffee Association, 64 percent of Americans 18 or over drink it every day.1 Everyone knows that coffee…

How Can I Talk to My Doctor About Gout?

Gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis, affects more than eight million Americans.1 The disease is caused by excess uric acid in the bloodstream, a medical condition known as hyperuricemia.1 Adults with gout may experience sudden and severely painful…

What Is a Gout Diet?

While it’s a great idea to follow a well-balanced diet, it’s especially important for gout sufferers to watch what they eat. Cutting down on or eliminating certain foods can make a difference in preventing gout flares.1 Read on to…

Shoes for Gout: What is the Best Footwear if I Have Gout in My Feet?

Almost everyone knows how uncomfortable it is to wear shoes that don’t fit properly. And many of us are guilty of trading comfort and function for style from time to time. But if you have gout in your feet, you…

The Most Common Risk Factors for Gout

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals in the bloodstream.1 This condition causes crystals to form and build up around one or more joints.1 People with gout suffer from episodes…

Gout in Women: Not Just a Men’s Disease

Gout is a painful type of inflammatory arthritis that affects more than 8 million people in the US.1 Nearly three times as many men as women have gout.1 However, the risk of gout can increase as a woman…

What Is the Difference Between Gout and Gout Flares?

More than 8 million Americans suffer with gout.1 But many don’t know they have gout because they haven’t experienced gout flares. It’s important to understand the difference between gout and gout flares. Gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis, has…

Which Medications Can Affect Gout?

If you are like many American adults, you take multiple prescription medications each day to manage your chronic health conditions.1 Although these prescriptions may help to improve your overall health, you may not be aware of which medications can…

The Four Stages of Gout: What Could Happen if I Don’t Manage My Gout

If you’ve ever had a gout flare, you know one thing for sure—you never want it to happen again. Flares can occur suddenly, often in the middle of the night.1 You might wake up to find that your big…

Exercise and Adults With Gout

Gout is a common type of inflammatory arthritis.1,2 Painful gout flares can happen when excess uric acid in the bloodstream causes urate crystals to build up around the joints.2 Although medication is often the most effective way to…

Why It’s Important for Adults to Stay on Preventive Therapy Against Gout Flares

Approximately 8.3 million Americans are currently living with gout.1 Certain lifestyle changes may help manage this painful disease, but medication is the most proven, effective preventive therapy against gout flares.2 One such medication your doctor may prescribe is…

Tips to Help Manage Gout in Social Settings

Gout is a painful type of inflammatory arthritis.1 It is caused by the build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints.2 Adults with gout can suffer from attacks, also called flares, which include sudden episodes of pain, redness,…

Consider Mitigare® (colchicine) 0.6 mg Capsules for Preventing Gout Flares in Adults

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis caused by a condition called hyperuricemia.1 Hyperuricemia happens when there is too much uric acid in the body.1 When hyperuricemia becomes severe, uric acid crystals can build up in the joints,…

What is Gout?

Gout is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis.1 Approximately 8.3 million Americans live with this disease.1 Gout usually appears first in the big toe, but can also affect the midfoot, ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and hands.2 In…

Top Signs You May Want to See a Doctor for Gout

People with gout, a painful form of inflammatory arthritis, sometimes have an initial occurrence, followed by a long period of time when the gout is in remittance before it flares again.  Eventually, gout flares may occur more frequently and gout…

What Men Need to Know About Gout

Gout, a painful form of inflammatory arthritis, causes swelling and redness in the big toe and feet, as well as other body parts.1 Gout results from an overproduction by the body of uric acid, which can build up in…

Important Things to Know About Alcohol and Gout Flare Prevention in Adults

Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis. It is caused by a condition called hyperuricemia. Hyperuricemia happens when there is too much uric acid in the body. When this occurs, uric acid crystals can build up in the joints,…

What Happens to Your Body When You Have Gout?

A frequently asked question is: “What happens to your body when you have gout?” Gout is a type of arthritis. It is caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, also called hyperuricemia.1 Gout often occurs…

What You Need to Know After Being Diagnosed with Gout

The big toe often is where gout attacks first. Gout attacks also can occur in the heels, instep, ankles, knees, elbows, hips, thumbs, and fingers. Symptoms of gout include intense pain that often begins in the middle of the night,…

Menopause and Gout: What You Need to Know

Gout, a painful form of inflammatory arthritis, has been in existence since ancient times.1 With its painful swelling and redness, gout often occurs in the big toe and may show up in other body parts, such as in the…

Couples and Gout: What You Need to Know

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis. Unlike other types of arthritis, it’s caused by a build-up of uric acid in the body. This build-up of uric acid can lead to deposits of crystals that form around the joints, often…

Best and Worst Foods and Drinks for Adults with Gout

People affected by gout actually have a lot of power over the course of their disease. That’s because what a person chooses to eat and drink can have a direct effect on gout symptoms.1 Gout is a type of…

Colchicine: How Does It Help Adults with Gout?

Gout is a type of arthritis caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints and other areas of the body and surrounding tissues. These crystals come from the body’s breakdown of purines, which occur naturally in your…

Mitigare® for the Prevention of Gout Flares in Adults: What You Need to Know

Gout is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis1 caused by a condition called hyperuricemia. Hyperuricemia happens when there is too much uric acid in the body. When there is too much uric acid in the body, uric acid crystals…

Important Safety Information for Mitigare® (colchicine) 0.6 mg capsules

  • Colchicine 0.6 mg capsules are contraindicated in patients with renal or hepatic impairment who are currently prescribed drugs that inhibit both P-gp and CYP3A4. Combining these dual inhibitors with colchicine in patients with renal or hepatic impairment has resulted in life-threatening or fatal colchicine toxicity. Patients with both renal and hepatic impairment should not be given Mitigare®.
  • Fatal overdoses have been reported with colchicine in adults and children. Keep Mitigare® out of the reach of children.
  • Blood dyscrasias such as myelosuppression, leukopenia, granulocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, and aplastic anemia have been reported with colchicine used in therapeutic doses.
  • Monitor for toxicity and if present consider temporary interruption or discontinuation of colchicine.
  • Drug interaction with dual P-gp and CYP3A4 inhibitors: Co-administration of colchicine with dual P-gp and CYP3A4 inhibitors has resulted in life-threatening interactions and death.
  • Neuromuscular toxicity and rhabdomyolysis may occur with chronic treatment with colchicine in therapeutic doses, especially in combination with other drugs known to cause this effect. Patients with impaired renal function and elderly patients (including those with normal renal and hepatic function) are at increased risk. Consider temporary interruption or discontinuation of Mitigare®.
  • The most commonly reported adverse reactions with colchicine are gastrointestinal symptoms, including diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

Indication

Mitigare® is indicated for prophylaxis of gout flares in adults. The safety and effectiveness of Mitigare for acute treatment of gout flares during prophylaxis has not been studied.

Mitigare® is not an analgesic medication and should not be used to treat pain from other causes.

For Full Prescribing Information please CLICK HERE and for Medication Guide CLICK HERE.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.

Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Important Safety Information for Mitigare® (colchicine) 0.6 mg capsules

  • Colchicine 0.6 mg capsules are contraindicated in patients with renal or hepatic impairment who are currently prescribed drugs that inhibit both P-gp and CYP3A4.