Question

A 62-year-old presents within 24 hours of onset of an acute gout flare in the first MTP joint (normal renal function). What is the recommended colchicine dosing strategy?

Accepted Answer

1.2 mg at flare onset, then 0.6 mg 1 hour later (max 1.8 mg)

Answer

0.6 mg once daily for 10 days only

Answer

2.4 mg once at flare onset

Answer

0.6 mg every hour until pain resolves

Answer

No colchicine; reserve it only for prophylaxis

Practice question

A 62-year-old presents within 24 hours of onset of an acute gout flare in the first MTP joint (normal renal function). What is the recommended colchicine dosing strategy?