Colchicine in dermatology: A review

Kieran P Robinson, Jonathan J Chan

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Abstract

Colchicine is an anti-inflammatory agent that has been used for decades for the treatment of various diseases including gout, familial Mediterranean fever and pericarditis and in recent years for dermatological indications including chronic urticaria, cutaneous vasculitis and psoriasis. Despite its efficacy in various cutaneous diseases, the use of colchicine may be limited by concerns over its side-effects and the potential for toxicity. This article reviews the current literature on the pharmacology of colchicine and its clinical applications in dermatology.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)278-285
Number of pages8
JournalAustralian Journal of Dermatology
Volume59
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2018
Externally publishedYes

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