A 28-year-old with acute gout flare (normal kidney function) asks about colchicine dosing. What regimen aligns with current ACR guidance?...

Question

A 28-year-old with acute gout flare (normal kidney function) asks about colchicine dosing. What regimen aligns with current ACR guidance?

Accepted Answer

1.2 mg then 0.6 mg 1 hour later (max 1.8 mg in first hour)

Answer

1.2 mg once daily until pain resolves

Answer

0.6 mg every hour until pain resolves

Answer

IV colchicine 1 mg immediately

Answer

No role for colchicine in acute flares

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Gout Flare