So, the FDA has a grading system for each drug which reflects what is known medically. It ranks drugs from A, where medical studies show no evidence for danger to the fetus or mother, to B, C, D and X, where the medical evidence indicates that the risk to the fetus outweighs any benefit to the mother. Always consult your physician before taking any drug during or when planning pregnancy. This drug can cause temporary male infertility. This effect is reversed when the drug is discontinued.
Colchicine can lower body temperature, especially in the elderly.
Use caution to prevent hypothermia. Consult with your physician if you are injured or develop a new illness. Such stress can bring on an acute attack of gout and it may be necessary to adjust the dosage. For an acute attack, stop the drug when pain is relieved or nausea, vomiting or diarrhea occurs. Do not take more colchicine for the next 3 days without consulting your physician.