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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Knuckles While On Colchicine?
I have been taking colchicine for 9 days. I was prescribed the drug for my finger. My knuckle was swollen painful and warm to the touch. There was also fluid at the site. now the skin on my finger is peelibg. Is this a side effect of colchicine? I had a successful kidney transplant in 2003
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It is not a known side effect of this medication but persons respond differently to medication. It can cause easy bruising in some persons, if there was bruising, then peeling can sometimes occur as a result. If you notice any effects that you cannot tolerate, then you speak to your doctor.
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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Knuckles While On Colchicine?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It is not a known side effect of this medication but persons respond differently to medication. It can cause easy bruising in some persons, if there was bruising, then peeling can sometimes occur as a result. If you notice any effects that you cannot tolerate, then you speak to your doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.