Colchicine brands?

See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Colchicine

What are the different brands of Colchicine available?

Colchicine is a medication used to treat gout and familial Mediterranean fever. It is available under several brand names, including:

* Colcrys [1] by Teva Pharmaceuticals
* Mitigare by Actavis (a subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceuticals)
* Gloperba by Actavis (a subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceuticals)

According to DrugPatentWatch.com [2], Colcrys is the only brand of Colchicine that has a valid US patent, which extends its exclusivity until 2026. As a result, other manufacturers are not yet approved to produce generic versions of Colchicine in the US.

Can I buy generic Colchicine?

In the US, patients may be able to access a generic version of Colchicine under different brand names, such as those mentioned above. However, at this time, there is no approved generic version of Colchicine that is identical to Colcrys.

What are the differences between these Colchicine brands?

While the Colchicine in all these brands is expected to have similar efficacy and safety, the formulations and dosing may differ slightly. Additionally, the costs of these brands can vary depending on the manufacturer and the specific product.

Sources:

[1] Colcrys by Teva Pharmaceuticals (https://www.tevapharm.com/products/colcrys/)

[2] DrugPatentWatch.com (https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/)