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How likely is it that 0.6 mg daily of colchicine becoming toxic. i'm taking it for pericarditis, but i'm scared. i don't want to die from it. help?
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Pericarditis: You need to have a discussion with your doctor and ask specific questions about your concerns. There are many causes for pericarditis and most are benign. Out here we don't know the details of your specific situation.
Answered 2/12/2016
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