Colcrys Approval History 
- FDA approved: Yes (First approved July 29th, 2009)
- Brand name: Colcrys
- Generic name: colchicine
- Company: Mutual Pharmaceutical Company, Inc.
- Treatment for: Gout, Familial Mediterranean Fever, Gout, Prophylaxis, Gout, Acute
Colcrys (colchicine) is compound derived from the dried seeds of the autumn crocus or meadow saffron (Colchicum autumnale). Colcrys is approved for the prophylaxis and treatment of acute gout flares, and for the treatment of patients with familial Mediterranean fever.
FDA Approval History for Colcrys
| Date | Article |
|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2009 |  FDA Approves Colcrys (colchicine, USP) for Prevention of Gout Flares |
| Jul 31, 2009 | FDA Approves Colcrys (colchicine) for Acute Gout, Mediterranean Fever |
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Colcrys (colchicine) Consumer Information
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