What is colchicine? A comprehensive guide to its pharmacology and uses
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Derived from the autumn crocus plant, *Colchicum autumnale*, colchicine is one of the oldest medicines still in use today, with a history spanning back thousands of years. This powerful anti-inflammatory agent has evolved from its historical use to treat gout to a modern therapeutic option for various conditions, including gout, familial Mediterranean fever (FMF), and cardiovascular diseases.
