COLCRYS vs LODOCO
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$3.90 /30
~$3.90 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
COLCHICINE
COLCHICINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Alkaloid
Alkaloid
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 27 to 31 hours (the label gives mean elimination half-lives of 26.6 to 31.2 hours in young healthy volunteers on 0.6 mg twice daily)
about 27 to 31 hours (the label gives mean elimination half-lives of 26.6 to 31.2 hours in young healthy volunteers on 0.6 mg twice daily)
Treats
Amyloidosis, Gout, Biliary Liver Cirrhosis
Amyloidosis, Gout, Biliary Liver Cirrhosis
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Colcrys or Lodoco?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $3.90 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Colcrys and Lodoco?
Both Colcrys and Lodoco share the active ingredient Colchicine.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.