Used primarily in the treatment of gout, colchicine helps reduce inflammation and pain during acute gout attacks by inhibiting the movement of white blood cells to affected joints and preventing uric acid crystal-induced inflammation. It is also prescribed for familial Mediterranean fever, a genetic condition causing recurrent inflammation in the abdomen, joints, or lungs. In cardiology, colchicine is increasingly used to manage pericarditis, reducing the risk of recurrence. Recent studies support its role in lowering cardiovascular events in patients with coronary artery disease due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, it has been used off-label in dermatology and other inflammatory conditions.