Colchicine (brand-name Colcrys) is a generic prescription medicine used to prevent and treat gout attacks in adults. Gout is a form of arthritis that can cause sudden, severe pain in your joints.

Founded in 1984, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories distributes more than 200 drugs in the U.S. It serves 30 countries in total through its range of product offerings, with the U.S., India, Russia, and Europe as some of its largest markets. Dr. Reddy's has 22 manufacturing sites including in the U.S, India, and China.