In recent years, scientists have increasingly turned their attention to older, affordable drugs to explore whether they offer benefits beyond their original purpose. Colchicine, a cheap and widely ...

A low dose of a cheap drug commonly used to treat gout could significantly slash the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with existing heart problems, according to new research. Colchicine, a ...

Depending on one’s perspective, the anti-inflammatory colchicine is either an unsung and underprescribed drug for patients with cardiovascular disease, or it’s an agent with limited clinical benefit ...

Millions of people around the world live with aching knees or painful hips caused by osteoarthritis. The condition often develops slowly over many years and can make everyday activities such as ...