Odor - Nearly odorless to odorless. Commercial Forms - Sterile solution, tablets. Use - Pharmaceutical. Extremely toxic via ingestion. Severe exposure may lead to death within 7-36 hours from respiratory failure or other complications.
Caution is advised.
Bloody urine and diminished urine output may be noted. Respiratory failure may occur due to paralysis. Acute exposure to colchicine may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Air purifying or supplied-air respiratory equipment should also be worn, as necessary.