Head-to-Head: which drug eases crystal arthritis pain faster?
NCT ID NCT03128905
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tested two drugs, colchicine and prednisone, to see which works better for sudden, painful arthritis caused by calcium crystals in the joints. It included 111 adults aged 65 and older. The goal was to find a safer and more effective way to reduce pain quickly.
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Locations
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CH Valenciennes
Valenciennes, Hauts-de-France, 59322, France
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CHRU Lille
Lille, Hauts-de-France, 59000, France
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Dr Nicolas SEGAUD
Armentières, 59280, France
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Dr Rémi LEROY
Dunkirk, 59240, France
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Hôpital Bichat
Paris, Île-de-France Region, 75018, France
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Hôpital de Lariboisière
Paris, Île-de-France Region, 75010, France
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Lille Catholic Hospital
Lille, Hauts-de-France, 59462, France
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