Colchicine is an antigout agent used to treat and prevent pain associated with gouty arthritis. Colchicine does not cure gout or take the place of other medicines that lower the amount of uric acid in the body. Colchicine prevents or relieves gout attacks by reducing inflammation. Colchicine is not an ordinary pain reliever and will not relieve most kinds of pain.
Zyloprim is a hyperuricemic agent used to treat gout and to prevent certain kidney stones from reforming. Zyloprim may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
